SVP, Fund Accounting (Private Equity)

Kassen Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services provider seeks a Senior Vice President of Fund Accounting specializing in private equity. This leadership role involves strategic quality initiatives, operational excellence, and a commitment to driving innovative solutions within fund accounting. Ideal candidates will have extensive industry experience, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.

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.
• Proven leadership experience and a track record of driving organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide quality assurance frameworks.
• Lead a high-performing QA team, providing mentorship and direction.
• Spearhead continuous improvement and risk mitigation initiatives.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

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A global financial services provider is looking for a SVP, Fund Accounting – Private Equity to 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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