Supervisor, Fund Accounting (Private Assets)

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment is seeking a Supervisor, Fund Accounting in Toronto, Canada. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee the fund accounting team's day-to-day operations, ensuring accuracy and quality of deliverables. You will also provide mentorship and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance and possesses at least 4 years of fund accounting experience. This role offers the opportunity to work with industry leaders and contribute to high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience in a financial services environment.
• Solid knowledge of fund accounting processes and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the fund accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a key day-to-day contact for clients.

Skills

Fund accounting expertise

Supervisory skills

Client service orientation

Strong project management

Communication abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Professional designation (CPA, CFA, etc.)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A respected leader in the investment management space is hiring a Supervisor,Fund Accounting to oversee the day-to-day operations of a fund accounting team. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for professionals who bring technical fund accounting expertise, strong supervisory skills, and a drive to deliver exceptional client service while guiding a team to success.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supervise daily activities of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness of deliverables
• Oversee preparation and review of Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations, financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations
• Review complex fund expenses, including management fees, admin fees, and carried interest
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and client service level agreements (SLAs)
• Act as a key day‑to‑day contact for clients, responding to queries with professionalism and technical expertise
• Coordinate across internal groups including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration teams for seamless service delivery
• Oversee and support client onboarding, conversions, and external audit processes
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to team members, fostering a culture of problem‑solving and continuous improvement
• Lead efficiency initiatives to enhance processes and improve operational outcomes

What You Bring

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; professional designation (CPA, CFA, etc.) is an asset
• 4+ years of fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience in a financial services environment
• Solid knowledge of fund accounting processes, financial reporting, and private equity fund structures
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities and client service orientation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to step into a leadership position with a global market leader that sets the standard for excellence in fund administration. You’ll work with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals, develop your leadership skills, and deliver best‑in‑class services to high‑profile clients— all while contributing to a culture of growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.