Senior Fund Accountant, Fund Accounting – Private Assets (Capital Event)

Citco GSGS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join their Private Assets team. In this role, you will prepare capital events, execute financial controls, and ensure compliance with client service agreements. You will work alongside experienced professionals, contributing to the seamless delivery of award-winning services. This position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation, while also providing flexible working arrangements to help you balance your personal and professional life. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and education support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of fund accounting experience in a financial institution.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare capital events for Private Assets Funds including capital calls.
• Execute financial control elements covering assets and liabilities.

Skills

Fund Accounting

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Products Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics

Tools

FIS Investran PE

Microsoft Office

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.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

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.

As a core member of our Private Assets team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

About You:

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• 2 - 3 years of fund accounting experience in either a Private Equity/Assets Fund, Private Equity/Assets Administrator or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge.
• Experience in reviewing and preparing general ledgers and financial statements.
• Attention to detail and proven ability to multi-task.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Especially Excel and Word), experienced user of the FIS Investran PE accounting platform highly desirable.

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:

• You will primarily prepare capital events for the Private Assets Funds, including capital calls and distributions.
• Execute Waterfall calculations.
• Prepare Investor Capital Event Notices and other Investor Reporting.
• Execute the financial control elements covering assets, liabilities, income and expenses and equity.
• Monitor compliance with various client service level agreements, including manage and monitor the timing and quality of client deliverables.
• Review funds’ partnership agreements, PPMs and other materials.
• Independently complete cash, portfolio and capital reconciliations as needed and investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Provide support monthly or quarterly net asset value preparation as needed, which includes Cash and Portfolio Reconciliations preparation.
• Assist with additional Fund Accounting tasks during peak periods.
• Assist with new client onboarding and new fund launches to successful completion.
• Participate in the fiscal year end audit process and provide information to auditors as required.
• Liaise with internal and external parties to ensure that client needs are met.
• Implementation of efficiency initiatives in a timely manner.
• Generate ad hoc reports as required.