Private Equity Fund Administration - Associate

Fairygodboss; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a qualified professional to support Private Equity fund accounting and reporting within Securities Services. You will set up and maintain books and records, perform valuations, and manage capital activity and investor communications.

This role requires strong analytical skills, US GAAP knowledge, and the ability to meet tight SLA timelines. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal stakeholders, ensure control compliance, and support year-end processes with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years' experience in an accounting role, preferably Big 4, PE firm, or fund administrator.
• Knowledge of US GAAP for Investment Funds and Private Equity fund structures.
• Analytical thinking and high attention to detail to deliver accurate outputs.
• Ability to work under pressure, balance priorities, and meet deadlines with strong client service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong MS Excel skills.
• CPA/CA certification preferred; Investran experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fund accounting / books and records for Private Equity funds and GP vehicles.
• Prepare and review Net Asset Valuations and financial reporting packs incl. statements, fees, and allocations.
• Manage capital calls, distributions, and investor notices; reconcile proceeds and payments.
• Coordinate year-end processes with external auditors and tax teams; support client delivery and controls.

Skills

US GAAP

Private Equity

MS Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

CPA/CA (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Investran

Job description

Overall Summary

You will support J.P. Morgan Alternative Fund Services ("AFS") within Securities Services in the Corporate & Investment Bank by delivering Private Equity fund accounting, valuation, and investor reporting. You will own accurate books and records maintenance, capital activity processing, and periodic/annual reporting deliverables, while meeting SLA timelines, partnering with internal stakeholders, and operating within the control framework and internal policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

Fund accounting / books and records

• You will set up and maintain the books and records of Private Equity funds, including GP vehicles where applicable, in the accounting database in line with the terms and conditions of governing documents.

Valuations and periodic financial reporting

• You will prepare and/or review periodic Net Asset Valuations and financial reporting packs, including financial statements, management fee and carried interest calculations, investor allocations, and capital account statements.

Capital activity and investor communications

• You will prepare and/or review capital call and distribution calculations, including investor notices.
• You will reconcile capital call proceeds and distribution payments to ensure complete and accurate processing.
• You will manage the release of capital notices and quarterly reporting on the investor reporting portal.

Client delivery, controls, and year-end

• You will work closely with your manager, team, and internal stakeholders to manage client expectations and deliver against SLA timelines for scheduled deliverables and ad hoc requests.
• You will adhere to the control framework, including internal policies and procedures, and you will complete required controls as part of daily and reporting-cycle execution.
• You will manage the year-end process and handle requests from external auditors and tax teams.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years' experience in an accounting role, preferably at a Big 4, PE firm, or fund administrator.
• Knowledge of US GAAP for Investment Funds and you are familiar with Private Equity fund structures.
• Apply strong analytical thinking and attention to detail to identify issues, solve problems, and deliver accurate outputs.
• Work under pressure, balance multiple priorities, and deliver to deadlines while maintaining strong client service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and you have strong MS Excel skills.
• (Preferred / a plus) You have a professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA).
• (Preferred / a plus) You have experience with Investran or a similar integrated Private Equity system.

ABOUT US

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

ABOUT THE TEAM

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.