Associate Director, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in financial services and healthcare technology is seeking an Associate Director for Fund Accounting. This pivotal role involves managing client engagements, ensuring timely deliverables, and guiding a team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, particularly in alternative investments, and will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Join a progressive workforce that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in accounting, focusing on alternative investment funds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client engagements and supervise client service teams.
• Deliver accurate work products within specified timelines.

Skills

Accounting

Alternative Investments

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Deadline Oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Associate Director, Fund Accounting

Location(s):

• Mississauga, Ontario at 5255 Orbitor Drive
• Toronto, Ontario at 200 Front Street
• Kitchener, Ontario at 508 Riverbend Drive

What You Will Get To Do:

• Manage multiple client engagements, including supervision of various client service teams ensuring meeting of all client deliverables
• Manage performance of direct reports. Provide feedback in appraisal and guidance to staff career development
• Deliver accurate and timely work product within specified deliverables timelines, and in coordination with the vice president and other team members
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of accounting, specifically with respect to alternative investment funds, with a focus on Private Markets.
• Review all transaction documentation and supporting files, and understand the features of the investment transactions, accruals, etc.
• Review work paper files for accuracy and completeness, including capital activity, investment activity, income and expense accruals, valuation adjustments, etc.
• Review management fee calculations, including, management fee waiver contributions, etc.
• Review investor allocations and capital account statements
• Review capital call and distribution calculations, sources/uses of cash, allocations, and investor notices
• Update and review distribution waterfall (carried interest) models, in keeping with the applicable fund terms
• Provide guidance, training and developing Team members
• Support corporate goals and business/departmental initiatives

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 7+ years’ experience in accounting, with a focus on alternative investments funds
• Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers, work papers and financial statements
• Deadline oriented with ability to complete assigned tasks independently.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Significant mutual fund or investment accounting experience
• Thorough understanding of US and international investment characteristics is required in both common and exotics

SS&C Technologies Canada Corp. fosters a positive, equitable and progressive workforce and is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. If you require any accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact: [e-mail]

Thank you for your interest in SS&C! To further explore this opportunity, please apply through our careers page on the corporate website at www.ssctech.com/careers.