Fund Accounting Manager- Fund of Funds

MUFG Investor Services; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm located in Halifax is seeking a talented Fund Administration Manager. This role involves managing fund accounting services, leading a team, and ensuring excellent client service. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in fund administration and a strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and provides a vibrant work culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in fund administration with management experience.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Completion or interest in a professional accounting designation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of fund accounting and administration services.
• Manage a team of Fund Accountants and client relationships.
• Review and approve investor allocations and fund expenses.

Skills

Fund administration experience

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Client-centric mindset

Creativity in operational efficiency

Education

University Degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Fund accounting software (Geneva, Investran, Yardi)

Job description

Report to the Director Client Operations Fund Administration a list of your responsibilities will include :

• Provide the full range of fund accounting and administration services to fund of hedge fund clients including Net Asset Value (NAV) preparation and review custody servicing investor record keeping and reporting
• Manage a team of Fund Accountants in performing accounting and administration service delivery to customers and train staff on all aspects of the NAV process
• Manage ongoing client relationships which could involve minimal travel
• Work with banks auditors brokers and custodians to ensure smooth service delivery to customers and completion of NAV
• Approve pricing of portfolios ensuring all securities are priced following the applicable fund documents
• Approve fee schedules including calculation of management and performance fees ensuring all calculations follow applicable fund documents
• Review and approve investor allocations for each NAV cycle custody trading documents Subscription and Capital Call wires ensuring execution as instructed by clients and deadlines are met
• Work with both the internal AML team and the administrators ensuring all AML requirements are met
• Respond to all client queries
• Review and sign any schedules reports and files for review ensuring they are completed in compliance with organization controls;
• Help with the coordination of resources to ensure that all work is carried out and Service level agreement met daily;
• Approve payment of fund expenses in applicable banking systems ensuring controls are followed
• Help with preparation and review of audited financial statements and annual audit;
• Review reporting for the regulatory authorities
• Establish fund or client specific procedures covering all aspects of our services; Ensure cross training and cover in place for all services provided to client.
• Help with the growth of the local office
• Create ideas for improving the NAV process technological improvements and client reporting
• Participate in multiple system initiatives and projects

Qualifications :

• Post-secondary education / University Degree with a concentration in finance or accounting.
• At least 5 years experience working in the fund administration industry with experience managing staff. This can include other administrators investment managers or fund auditors.
• Experience with the fund administration business and the drivers of profitability and success.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is an essential requirement for this role.
• In-depth understanding of fund administration industry. This includes multiple fund structures fee calculations financial instruments and fund offering documentation review.
• Have a client-centric mentality to provide an excellent client service
• Willing to embrace new technologies to identify new solutions and inefficient processes.
• Experience with team dynamics including engagement moral performance management
• Creativity in exploring solutions to improve daily operational efficiency
• Experience with fund accounting software Geneva Investran or Yardi or working knowledge of Bloomberg would be beneficial
• Completion or interest in a professional accounting designation (CA CGA CMA ACCA ICAEW CFA (or equivalent)) an asset

Additional Information :

Whats in it for you to join MUFG Investor Services

Take a look at our careers site and youll find everything youd expect from a career with the fastest-growing business at one of the worlds largest financial groups. Now take another look. Because its how we defy expectations that really defines us. Youll feel that difference in all kinds of ways. Our vibrant CULTURE. Connected team. Love of innovation laser client focus and next-level LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT. Oh and we really walk the talk when it comes to HYBRID WORKING.

So why settle for the ordinary Apply now for a Brilliantly Different career.

MUFG is an equal opportunity employer.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Experience : years

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