Senior Fund Accountant (12-Month Contract)

Nicola Wealth; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Share ownership program

Benefits package

Job summary

Nicola Wealth is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support the administration of Mutual Fund Trusts and LPs. You will report to the Manager, Fund Accounting and assist with audits, tax compliance, and new fund initiatives.

This 12-month role offers hybrid work with Vancouver or Toronto offices. You will act as SME for assigned funds, lead NAV reviews, and collaborate with internal teams and external providers to drive growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of related work experience in fund administration or public practice audit/tax.
• Exposure to mutual fund trusts and LPs across various asset classes.
• CPA designation and an undergraduate degree are required.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead NAV reviews and reconcile with external fund administrators.
• Review income/expense accruals and vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Oversee distribution calculations and non-resident tax payments.
• Serve as primary contact and SME for assigned funds/LPs.
• Support year-end audits and ensure timely financial statement sign-off.
• Support tax slips and filings (T3, T5013, NR4, RL-16; GST/HST, US Tax Return, PFIC).
• Calculate estimated fund expense ratios and support new fund launches.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external providers.
• Document internal controls and lead fund operations projects.
• Compile financial data and perform ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Audit experience

Fund administration

Education

Undergraduate degree

CPA designation

Job description

We have a lot to be proud of at Nicola Wealth. Our sophisticated financial planning, our diversified private investment funds and their exceptional performance, our 98% client retention rate and our award-winning culture, combine to position us as a national leader in wealth management. Recognized as a Best Managed Company and one of Canada's Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our firm’s values through this phase of significant growth.

By bringing together smart, dedicated and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver extraordinary client service in a values-driven work environment. The collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit we were founded on provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career. We are passionate about our business, our culture and investing deeply in your growth and development to build for the future. If you have this same drive, then let’s talk!

Purpose of the Role:

The Senior Fund Accountant is a key contributor to the internal administration of Nicola Wealth’s Mutual Fund Trusts and Limited Partnerships. Reporting to the Manager, Fund Accounting, this role supports audits, tax compliance, and new fund initiatives, driving Nicola Wealth’s continued growth and excellence in fund administration. In addition, the Senior Fund Accountant acts as a subject matter expert for assigned funds.

This position is a 12-month role starting ASAP. The location will be a hybrid of work from home and an in‑office environment at our Vancouver or Toronto offices.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead Net Asset Value (NAV) reviews and reconciliation with external fund administrators.
• Review reasonableness of income/expense accruals (including management and performance fees) and review invoices received from vendors.
• Oversee distribution calculations and non-resident withholding tax payments.
• Act as primary contact and subject matter expert for assigned funds and LP's daily operation.
• Support year‑end audit engagements and ensure timely financial statement sign‑off.
• Support tax slip cycles (T3, T5013, NR4, RL-16) and support tax filings (GST/HST, US Tax Return, PFIC).
• Calculate estimated fund expense ratios.
• Support new fund launches and restructurings.
• Build strong relationships with internal departments and external service providers, including our fund administrator, custodian, auditor, tax advisor, external legal counsel etc.
• Identification and documentation of key internal controls and policy
• Lead fund operations projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Compile financial data and conduct analysis on an ad hoc basis

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience with broad knowledge of fund administration or audit/tax experience from public practice
• Exposure to various asset classes (including private equity and real estate) and fund structures (specifically Mutual Fund Trusts and LPs)
• Undergraduate degree and accounting designation (CPA)
• Basic understanding of Canadian and U.S. tax compliance for Mutual Fund Trust and Limited Partnership
• Advanced Excel skills

Compensation & Benefits Package:

This position comes with a competitive base salary hiring range of $85,000-$100,000, dependent on experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity.

At Nicola Wealth, our people grow our business, delight our clients, and live our values every day. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package reflects our appreciation for this commitment. Whether it's participating in our profit sharing and benefit programs on day one, or the opportunity to participate in our share ownership program, our people are able to go beyond a conventional salary and bonus structure. To learn more about our complete package, visit: www.nicolawealth.com/total-rewards.

This role is a current vacancy within Nicola Wealth.

We are an inclusive, equal opportunity employer. For more information about this and other roles: www.nicolawealth.com/careers.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. Should you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact us at [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your needs. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Nicola Wealth policies.