Assistant Manager Fund Accounting, Private Equity

Apex Group Ltd (UK Branch); Mississauga; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary yearly bonus

Job summary

Apex Group Ltd in Mississauga, Canada, is seeking an experienced fund accounting professional to support private equity structures and client relations. The role focuses on implementing fund data, maintaining strong client communications, and delivering accurate financial workpapers and statements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years in PE fund accounting, and strong communication and analytical abilities. CPA/MBA is an advantage; four days in-office is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 5+ years’ experience in Private Equity Fund accounting with closed-end fund structures.
• CPA/MBA/Master’s Degree is an advantage.
• Experience leading people is a plus.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up of operational procedures and workflows.
• Implementation of Fund data using PE software.
• Maintain strong, consultative relationship with key clients.
• Client service deliverables.
• Review preparation of workpapers and financial statements.
• Assist managers in training junior staff and capital call/distribution notices.
• Assist with year-end audit and tax process.

Skills

Private Equity fund accounting

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Technology software

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/MBA/Master’s degree advantageous

Tools

Allvue

Paxus

Geneva

Investran

eFront

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

The Role & Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing and coordinating a variety of administrative duties and tasks including
• Set up of operational procedures and workflows
• Implementation of Fund data using PE software
• Maintain strong, consultative relationship with key clients
• Client service deliverables
• Review preparation of workpapers and financial statements
• Assist manager(s) in areas including but not limited to, training of junior staff, setting up operational procedures and workflows, preparation of capital call & distribution notices, management fee calculations and waterfalls
• Assist with year-end audit and tax process

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required
• 5+ years’ experience in Private Equity Fund accounting experience with closed-end fund structures
• CPA/MBA/Master’s Degree is an advantage
• Previous experience leading people a plus
• Ability to work towards and meet agreed deadlines
• Allvue, Paxus, Geneva, Investran or eFront, or comparable technology experience would be an advantage
• Prior experience with incentive fees, waterfall distributions, allocations, financial statements and/or subsequent closes is a plus
• Highly organized and motivated individual with an acute attention to detail
• Self-starter who volunteers for new opportunities and projects
• Ability to manage complex accounting structures
• Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• High competency in technology software
• Strong organizational skills
• Accurate and acute attention to detail
• Adaptability - able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
• Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to audience
• Proven ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines accordingly
• Self-motivated
• Punctuality

We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture, all our opportunities at Apex have four (4) days in office requirement.

Salary ranges from CAD $110,000.00 – CAD $130,000.00 plus additional discretionary yearly bonus based on corporate and individual's performance. Compensation within this range is dependent on individual's skills, experience and qualifications.