Finance Manager - Toronto

Newlands Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment management firm in Toronto is seeking a Finance Manager to enhance their finance operations at both corporate and fund levels. This full-time position offers substantial exposure to fund accounting, corporate reporting, and operational finance, aimed at a CPA professional with ambitions for leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years relevant experience, ideally from a Big 4.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel with professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full-cycle financial reporting and preparation of audited financials.
• Contribute to fund-level reporting and prepare cash flow forecasts.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance financial operations.

Skills

Fund accounting

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Proactive attitude

Communication

Excel

Education

CPA designation

Job description

Position: Finance Manager
Location: Toronto (Full-Time, In-Office Only)
Compensation: $100,000 -$120,000 base + performance bonus
Industry: Investment Management / Advisory

Our client, a well-established Toronto-based investment management and advisory firm, is seeking a Finance Managerto support the finance function across both corporate and fund-level entities. This is a full-time, in-office role with significant exposure to fund accounting, corporate reporting, and operational finance. It is ideal for a CPA-designated professional from a Big 4 background who is looking for long-term growth toward a leadership role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with full-cycle financial reporting, including preparation of audited financials and management reports

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and support monthly close processes

• Contribute to fund-level reporting and investor statement preparation

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and assist with treasury functions

• Support regulatory filings and ensure compliance with investment and real estate regulations

• Assist with tax compliance, expense tracking, and budgeting

• Help prepare investor reports, board presentations, and other financial materials

• Liaise with external auditors, legal counsel, and banking partners

• Provide operational finance support (insurance, payroll, IT, etc.)

• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance financial operations

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (or close to completion)

• 3-6 years of relevant experience, ideally with a Big 4 background

• Solid understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance

• Experience in asset management, private equity, or investment advisory considered a strong asset

• Proactive, hands-on attitude and the ability to work in a lean, fast-paced environment

• Strong Excel skills and professional communication abilities