SVP, Fund Accounting (Private Equity)

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services provider seeks an SVP, Fund Accounting – Private Equity to lead quality initiatives and operational excellence. This senior leadership position requires expertise in fund accounting, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement to drive organizational change and quality culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in fund accounting, specifically within private assets or private equity.
• Significant hands-on experience in quality assurance/control within financial services.
• Deep understanding of accounting frameworks including US GAAP, Canadian GAAP, and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide quality assurance frameworks and protocols.
• Lead a high-performing QA team, providing mentorship, structure, and direction.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement scalable, practical solutions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A global financial services provider is looking for a SVP, Fund Accounting – Private Equityto lead strategic quality initiatives and drive operational excellence across their fund accounting function. This is a senior leadership opportunity ideal for a seasoned fund accounting professional with deep technical expertise and a passion for process improvement, innovation, and team leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing
Strategic Quality Leadership

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide quality assurance frameworks and protocols
• Define KPIs and reporting dashboards to track performance and compliance
• Lead a high-performing QA team, providing mentorship, structure, and direction
• Spearhead department-wide continuous improvement and risk mitigation initiatives

Operational Execution & Tactical Solutions

• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement scalable, practical solutions
• Standardize workflows and escalation protocols to minimize service disruptions
• Design and deploy tools for real-time monitoring and automated quality checks
• Create resolution matrices, troubleshooting guides, and quality control templates

Process Enhancement & Quality Control

• Strengthen internal controls and refine quality checkpoints in key workflows
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures for recurring issues
• Maintain robust quality documentation and control procedures aligned with industry best practices
• Lead the rollout of training programs focused on quality awareness and operational excellence

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate cross-functionally to align QA initiatives with operational goals
• Deliver executive-level reporting on key metrics and outcomes
• Act as a change agent to drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and quality

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; CPA designation is a plus
• 10+ years of experience in fund accounting, specifically within private assets or private equity
• Significant hands-on experience in quality assurance/control within financial services
• Deep understanding of accounting frameworks including US GAAP, Canadian GAAP, and IFRS
• Proven leadership experience and a track record of driving organizational change
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to design tactical solutions to complex challenges
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Why Join
This is a rare opportunity to lead the quality strategy for a highly respected fund administration platform supporting sophisticated private asset structures. You’ll play a central role in shaping a culture of excellence and innovation in an organization that prioritizes investment in people, processes, and technology.