Manager, Fund Accounting – Institutional Services

Citco GSGS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Fund Administration team. This role involves managing a team of Fund Accountants, ensuring high-quality client delivery, and executing robust training programs for new staff. You will collaborate closely with various teams to enhance internal processes and exceed client expectations. With a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, this organization values the contributions of individuals from all backgrounds. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training and education support

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• University degree in relevant field or professional accounting designation required.
• Extensive experience in financial services, particularly with hedge funds.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Fund Accountants and provide ongoing training.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages and review financial statements.
• Work closely with Client Integration and operations teams.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Financial reporting

Supervisory experience

Experience in financial services

Knowledge of Fund of Fund structures

Education

University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Professional accounting designation (CGA, CMA, CA, CPA, CFA)

Tools

Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Outlook

Job description

About Citco:

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

About You:

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or professional accounting designation (CGA, CMA, CA, CPA or CFA).
• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly with hedge funds and/or investment companies.
• Extensive supervisory and managerial experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Outlook.
• Demonstrated financial reporting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in a challenging, professional and deadline driven work environment.
• Experience in Fund of Fund structures, preferably with exposure to private equity and hedge fund investments.
• Strong understanding of the transaction and investment cycle of private equity funds.

Our Benefits:

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

Your Role:

• Help to execute a robust training program for new staff.
• Work closely with the Client Integration team and operations teams in the on-boarding of a large, complex strategic client.
• Work directly with key functional teams, located both onshore and offshore, to ensure optimal client delivery.
• Manage a team of Fund Accountants by providing ongoing training and support to ensure team/individual goals/objectives are met.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to the team.
• Ensure employees are engaged, motivated and developed to maintain high quality work that proactively exceeds client expectations.
• Through excellent problem solving skills, you will continually seek to improve the quality and productivity of internal processes and controls.
• Participate in performance management conversations.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages for your clients.
• Review monthly financial statements and reconciliation packages prepared by your team.
• Act as a liaison with clients on matters relating to the preparation of monthly reporting packages.
• Apply strong business knowledge and technical expertise to develop and recommend solutions for complex problems.
• Review daily/monthly operational/control reporting.
• Assist with ad hoc projects.
• Prepare responses to clients on a variety of issues and queries, as needed.
• Review administrative/accounting procedures and recommend solutions in order to work towards a more efficient NAV production process.
• Participate in strategic departmental and corporate initiatives.