Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity)

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in investment management seeks a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity). This high-impact leadership role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and delivering top-notch client services while overseeing fund operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds.
• 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams.
• Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met.
• Lead the calculation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs) and financial statements.
• Coordinate with internal teams for seamless service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Process Improvement

Fund Accounting

Client Service Excellence

Advanced Excel

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation

Job description

A respected player in the investment management space is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity) to oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for professionals who bring a deep understanding of fund accounting and a passion for team development, process improvement, and client service excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Lead the calculation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs), financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations
• Review complex fund expenses including management fees, admin fees, carried interest, and more
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of all accounting work and client deliverables, including investor statements
• Interpret partnership agreements, PPMs, and other governing documents to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Ensure all documentation and processes comply with regulatory and internal standards
• Coordinate with internal teams including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration for seamless service delivery
• Act as a primary liaison to clients and external stakeholders, responding to queries with accuracy and professionalism
• Oversee and coordinate external audit processes
• Mentor, train, and guide team members, conducting performance reviews and identifying development opportunities
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and implement quality control measures

What You Bring

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation preferred
• 3–5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds
• 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams
• Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting
• Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Advanced Excel skills

Why This Role
This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organization that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You'll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.