Senior Financial Analyst

Bluestar Equity; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. You will be responsible for consolidating financial information across multiple funds, managing fund accounting processes, and preparing detailed financial reports. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance, has 3–5 years of relevant experience, and possesses advanced Excel skills. Join a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Opportunity for Growth

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible start/finish times

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in financial reporting, FP&A or fund accounting.
• Hands-on experience with consolidations is an asset.
• Solid understanding of ASPE and fund accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial information across multiple funds and entities.
• Own the monthly close process and consolidations.
• Lead fund reporting and manage fund accounting processes.

Skills

Consolidation

Fund Accounting

Financial Reporting

Advanced Excel Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA/CFA designation (or in progress)

Tools

Accounting Software

Financial Modeling

Job description

Position Overview

Position Overview: Bluestar Equity is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our newly established finance team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the financial reporting function including consolidation, fund reporting and decision support analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Consolidate financial information across multiple funds and entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ASPE and accounting policies.
• Manage fund accounting processes including reconciliations, journal entries and NAV calculations.
• Own monthly close process and consolidation across multiple funds and entities
• Prepare, consolidate and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple funds and entities.
• Generate detailed financial reports for management
• Lead fund reporting (including waterfalls/carry, partner allocations, management fees, performance fees and NAV Support).
• Maintain intercompany matrices, eliminations, capital structures & manage FX where applicable.
• Perform variance analysis, forecasting, and trend reporting to support business planning and decision-making.
• Build/automate models, dashboards, KPIs, and variance analysis.
• Oversee corporate tax and HST filing calendar across entities
• Partner with CFO on forecasts and liquidity reporting.
• Prepare year-end audit packages (working papers, lead sheets, roll forwards) and liaise with auditors.
• Continuously improve reporting processes, financial models, and operational efficiencies.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
• CPA/CFA (or in progress) is an asset designation preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience in financial reporting, FP&A or fund accounting.
• Hands on experience with consolidations is an asset.
• Strong grasp of fund accounting (LP/GP mechanics, partner capital, allocations, carry)
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and financial modeling; advanced Excel skills required.
• Solid understanding of ASPE, and fund accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity for Growth:Potential to move into more advanced tax or accounting roles, with support for professional development (courses, training).
• Flexibility: Hybrid work environment with flexible start/finish times.
• Strong Reputation:Among competition, peers, and clients for being respectful and conscientious with practicing law and business operations
• Flexibility: Hybrid work environment, with flexible start/finish times.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Health, dental, and vacation packages.

Why Bluestar

• Build the function: Architect the consolidation and reporting engine across entities (OpCos/HoldCos, LP/GP/SPVs) from day one.
• Direct CFO partnership: Real seat at the table: Shape forecasts, liquidity planning, KPIs, and board/C-suite packs.
• Own outcomes: Month end close, clean consolidations, audit-ready year-end packages, and oversight of corporate & HST filings with external advisors.
• Hybrid & high-velocity: Flexible work, low bureaucracy, and a culture that values ownership and speed.

Keywords: Consolidation, Fund Accounting, LP/GP, NAV, ASPE, Intercompany, FP&A, Private Equity/Alternatives.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bluestar Equity and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Bluestar Equity and it's affiliates adopts an inclusive and accessible environment, and we are committed to providing support to applicants and firm members with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please let us know.