Fund Accountant BC - Entry Level (+CPA Designation Support)

Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental and vision coverage

RRSP matching

Parental leave top up

Job summary

SGGG Fund Services, Canada’s largest independent administrator of alternative funds, seeks a Fund Accountant to join BC team in the Greater Vancouver area. The role centers on accurate NAVPU calculation for client portfolios, with collaboration across locations and continuous process improvement.

Reporting to the Manager, Fund Accounting, you will work in a flexible hybrid model, primarily remote, commute to Richmond twice monthly, and contribute to delivering high‑quality service while meeting

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field.
• Advanced Excel skills and Office proficiency.
• Clear and fluent communication for written and verbal interactions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage priorities.
• Strong teamwork and client service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records for client portfolios (trades, expenses, accruals).
• Produce NAVPU on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis for clients.
• Prepare draft financial statements, audit info packages and tax returns.
• Build professional relationships with clients and staff across locations.
• Identify and drive process improvements in assigned functions.
• Keep management informed of issues impacting clients.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Client service

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

CSC or IFIC Mutual Funds course

CPA designation in progress

Tools

Diamond fund administration software

Job description

Fund Accountant (BC) – Job Description

About Us

SGGG Fund Servicesis Canada’s largest independent administrator of alternative funds with over $120 billion (CAD) under administration. UsingDiamond, our proprietary fund administration software, SGGG-FSI’s over 400 employees provide full-service fund administration to clients from our headquarters in Toronto and affiliate offices in Cayman, the United States, and India. Our vision is to be the first choice for fund administration.

We have repeatedly earned Top Hedge Fund Administrator at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, and have been named to several national Great Place to Work lists.

Office Location & Hybrid Model

• This role is based in the Greater Vancouver Area (BC)
• Candidates must be able to commute to our Richmond office 2 times per month
• We embrace a flexible hybrid work model with primarily remote work

About The Role

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join our BC team. Reporting to the Manager, Fund Accounting, this entry-level role supports operational excellence by ensuring the accurate and timely calculation of Net Asset Value per Unit (NAVPU) for assigned client portfolios. The role plays a key part in delivering high-quality service to clients while contributing to continuous process improvement. As part of a client-focused Fund Accounting team, you will collaborate across geographic locations, take ownership of deliverables, and consistently strive to exceed client expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain the accounting records of Client portfolios (trades, expenses, accruals, etc.)
• Produce a daily, weekly, or monthly net asset values for each client in an accurate and timely manner
• Prepare draft financial statements, audit information packages and tax returns for clients
• Develop a professional and productive relationship with Clients and SGGG-FSI staff
• Work to continually improve the processes associated with your assigned functions
• Keep management informed of any and all issues that could have a Client impact

What You’ll Bring

Must-Haves / Required

• Post-secondary education in a relevant field
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills – particularly Excel
• Clear and fluent communication skills (written, verbal) are essential to this role
• Work with minimal supervision to prioritize and manage work
• Effective member of a team
• Thrives in a fast pace working environment with competing deadlines
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent Client service skills
• Strong attention to detail

Nice-to-Haves / Assets

• CSC or IFIC Mutual Funds Operations course
• Possess or in process of obtaining a professional designation such as CPA, CFA etc.
• Previous Co-op/Intern experience
• Fund accounting experience, in a daily or monthly valuation environment

You Should Embody:

• Integrity: Demonstrates sound judgment, transparency, and ethical decision-making in all interactions.
• Leadership: Takes initiative and drives outcomes with accountability and ownership.
• Focus: Prioritize effectively, manage time well, and consistently deliver on key objectives.
• Passion: Bring energy and commitment to their work, with a strong drive for excellence and continuous improvement.
• Teamwork: Collaborate openly and contributes to a respectful and high-performing team environment.

What We Offer

This position offers a salary of $60,000, with a discretionary bonus and annual raises (BOTH merit and cost of living)

• An award-winning open door culture with a collaborative & inclusive team
• Committed to flexible work arrangements, with heavily weighted remote work
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage + Lifestyle and/or Health Spending Accounts
• RRSP Matching that increases with tenure
• Parental Leave top up program
• Team connection through quarterly team lunches, bi-annual company wide events, sport and charity initiatives
• Professional development support including CPA exam fee coverage, dues, and mentorship to achieve depth and breadth to achieve your designation (we are not currently pre-approved in BC, but are looking into it).
• Milestone recognition program

Application Information

• Number of positions: 3
• These are new headcount, and we are actively recruiting for them.
• We use AI-enabled tools to sort applications based on job-related criteria. A human decides who moves forward. Some AI proctored tests may also be scored with AI; Trained staff review the scores before any decision is made.

IDEA & Accommodations (AODA)

SGGG-FSI supports a workplace that respects inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA). We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences each of our employees bring to the job, and our success is underpinned by their contributions to our culture and our values.

SGGG-FSI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Recruitment Process

• Online Assessment: Shortlisted candidates may need to complete a role‑based assessment. (test is 20 minutes)
• HR Screening: Virtual screening interview with our HR team. (10-15 minutes)
• Manager Interview: Role‑specific interview held either virtually or in person. (45-60 minutes)
• Decision: Decision communicated and updates provided at each stage.