Senior Financial Analyst, Private Equity

Vaco Recruiter Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment management company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. The role includes assisting with quarterly reporting, managing fund operations, and preparing financial statements. The ideal candidate possesses excellent analytical skills, a university degree, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $100,000 annually and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent total compensation package

Career path opportunities

World class benefits

Training/education allowance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive work experience in accounting or auditing.
• Experience in private funds and knowledge of investment management can enhance application.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quarterly reporting to investors including financial statements.
• Preparation of public reporting templates according to IFRS.
• Manage fund operations including investment closes and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Education

University degree

Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA preferred)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a large global investment management company. They are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst, Private Equity to join their team!

Why Work Here

• Excellent total compensation package
• Working with the best and brightest CPA's in Toronto
• Excellent career path opportunities
• World class benefits
• Training/education allowance

About the Opportunity

• Review and assist in quarterly reporting to investors and other users, including financial statements prepared under US GAAP
• Review and assist with calculating quarterly fund performance metrics, verifying that all valuation changes are appropriately incorporated into performance reporting
• Preparation of public reporting templates prepared in accordance with IFRS
• Preparation of public reporting templates comprised of metrics used in company’s asset management reporting
• Review of investor PCAP and available commitment schedules on a quarterly basis
• Review of accounting packages for individual legal entities, including review of tax financials
• Preparation of internal and external audit requests and maintaining appropriate control documentation
• Review and assist in preparation of capital calls from, and distributions to investors
• Assist with managing fund operations, including investment closes, investor queries, forecasting and compliance
• Thorough understanding of the legal structure of the various funds and the related impact on funds flows and consolidation
• Assist with analysis of complex accounting issues that arise, including coordination with auditors and fund administrators
• Provide guidance and coaching to fund administration team and co-op students
• Special projects & ad hoc requests as required

About You

• University degree
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA preferred)
• Three to five (3-5) years of progressive work experience in an accounting or auditing function
• Experience in private funds and knowledge of the investment management industry, and experience dealing with complex ownership structures would be an asset (but not required)
• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative
• Excellent analytical, and problem-solving ability
• Exemplifies the right motivation by aspiring to achieve collective goals
• Ability to work in a dynamic, complex, fast-paced environment, to adapt quickly and to manage changing priorities
• Superior communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong financial systems experience, including advanced Excel
• Self-motivated and pro‑active, with respect to both managing workload and professional development.

Salary Range

$95,000 - $100,000 / year

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #463086.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.