Fund Accountant

TEEMA Solutions Group; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Canada is seeking a Fund Accountant responsible for accurate financial reporting, managing fund processes, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. The ideal candidate will have a university degree, at least 3 years of experience in investment finance, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and a proficiency in Microsoft Office and Dynamics GP. This role requires excellent attention to detail, organizational abilities, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an investment or financial company environment.
• Public company experience is required.
• Knowledge of IFRS and GAAP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performing daily accounting entries for assigned funds.
• Assisting in implementing controls for asset safeguarding.
• Preparing for and assisting with the annual audit processes.
• Identifying issues with accounting records and correcting them.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel)

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Job description

Job Summary:

The Fund Accountant is primarily responsible for financial reporting, including schedules, financial statements and the supporting analysis of one or more funds.

Responsibilities:

Performing daily accounting entries for assigned funds and examining ledger entries, bank statements, inventories, expenditures and other accounting/financial records within the organization to ensure compliance with established procedures.

Assisting in implementing controls to safeguard assets by managing and applying financial policies, processes and procedures.

Helping the tax team prepare the annual trust and corporate tax returns.

Preparing for and assisting with the annual audit processes and other compliance reports.

Supporting schedules for offering memorandum and prospectus; collaborating on financial analysis and marketing support related to the funds and/or institutional clients.

Preparing the monthly management reporting package.

Preparing appropriate distributions to unit holders.

Preparing monthly and quarterly fund processes, including distribution for unit holders, management fee calculations oversight of fund expenses and other monthly management reporting items.

Formulating quarterly Board of Governors (BOG) reporting.

Identifying any issues or irregularities with accounting records or funding activities and correcting them.

Preparing bank reconciliations.

Reviewing monthly net asset value (NAV) calculations for the funds.

Performing cash reconciliations and forecasting for the funds.

Complying with all policies and procedures, work rules, and standard operating procedures.

Safeguarding the interests of the business, our people and our clients.

Completing other related duties as required.

Requirements:

University degree is required.

Minimum 3 years experience in an investment or financial company environment and public company experience is required.

Superior analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work accurately and with attention to detail.

Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to balance multiple priorities and a high‑volume workload, in a fast‑paced environment.

Ability to work with tight deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Knowledge of and experience reporting under IFRS and GAAP.

Computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics GP.