Fund Accounting Engagement Lead - Flexible Work

Standish Management UK; Halifax; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401K

Flexible vacation plan

Sick time accrual

Year-end office closure

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Standish Management in Halifax, Canada seeks an Engagement Manager to lead client engagements and supervise fund accounting, capital account maintenance, and financial statement preparation.

You will manage client expectations, maintain frequent client contact, and oversee audit and tax processes, while contributing to business development. Prior VC/PE fund experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Finance/Accounting/Economics or related field.
• CPA preferred but not mandatory; relevant experience considered.
• Experience with VC/PE funds or fund administration is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain frequent client contact to keep abreast of ongoing fund activities.
• Manage client expectations and engagement efficiency.
• Supervise the audit and tax preparation process.
• Review communications to clients and investors regularly.
• Assist with sourcing new clients and proposals.

Skills

Fund accounting knowledge

Client management

Staff supervision

Financial statement preparation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Standish Management in Halifax, Canada seeks an Engagement Manager to lead client engagements and supervise fund accounting, capital account maintenance, and financial statement preparation.

You will manage client expectations, maintain frequent client contact, and oversee audit and tax processes, while contributing to business development. Prior VC/PE fund experience is highly valued.