Supervisor, Fund Accounting (Private Assets)

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment is seeking a Supervisor, Fund Accounting to lead a fund accounting team and ensure accurate NAVs, statements and allocations. You will guide day-to-day operations, manage client inquiries with technical proficiency, and collaborate across Investor Relations, Tax and Financial Reporting to deliver top-tier service.

The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and adherence to internal controls within a dynamic investment management environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• CPA/CFA designation is an asset.
• 4+ years of fund accounting experience with PE or alt funds.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience in financial services.
• Solid knowledge of fund accounting, reporting, and private equity fund structures.
• Strong project management and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.
• Oversee NAV calculations, financial statements, trial balances, and partner allocations.
• Review complex fund expenses including management and admin fees.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Act as day-to-day client contact with professionalism and technical expertise.
• Coordinate with Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration teams.
• Mentor and provide performance feedback to team members; drive process improvements.
• Lead efficiency initiatives to optimize workflows.

Skills

Fund accounting

Team leadership

Client service

NAV calculations

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

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.