Team Lead Fund Accounting

RBC; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fund Accounting professional to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate net asset values for a diverse fund range while managing risks and meeting regulatory requirements. You will coach and mentor team members, ensuring high standards of accuracy and efficiency in fund valuations. With opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to thrive in a collaborative setting while making a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Bonuses

Flexible benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Solid funds industry experience and proven experience in Fund Accounting.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and manage risks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor team members on processes and controls.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of fund valuations and deliverables.
• Act as escalation point in daily production environment.

Skills

Accounting

Adaptability

Detail-Oriented

Financial Accounting Systems

Financial Recordkeeping

Information Capture

Investment Operations

Mentorship

Operational Delivery

Time Management

Education

Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)

Other designations (CFA)

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The incumbent will be responsible for the ongoing production of accurate net asset values (NAVs) for the team’s entire fund range. Effective controls and processes must be implemented & managed to maintain accurate records within the Funds. Business risk to be identified, managed & mitigated. All audit and regulatory requirements must be clearly satisfied, and key service level agreements (SLAs) met. This is evidenced through efficiently managed production & dispatch of fund pricing to our clients. Responsible for updating and evolving processes and procedures to minimize risk. Support the Manager in managing the daily operation and in their absence. Provide support and mentoring of team employees to foster development and knowledge.

What will you do?

• Coach Senior Fund Accountants & Fund Accountants on process, risk, and controls to elevate knowledge within the team
• Manage and ensure consistency & accuracy of the team’s delivery on a daily basis
• Review daily, weekly, semi-monthly or monthly fund valuations prepared by Fund Accountants & Senior Fund Accountants
• Ensure consistency & accuracy of the team deliverables on a daily basis
• Meeting deadlines as per service level agreements (SLAs)
• Act as first line escalation point within the daily production environment and escalate to management where required
• Ensure reconciliations (cash, security and unit-holder) are complete and outstanding items are investigated & cleared in a timely manner
• Provide oversight and supervision of NAV control process (pControl)
• Review fund distribution preparation
• Participate in interviews for vacant positions
• Participate in manager meetings (as required)
• Participate in client/fund event planning meetings
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements and accounting standards
• Maintain log of outstanding issues/events and prioritize items within the team
• Maintain strong working knowledge of the various accounting policies for different fund types

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Solid funds industry experience
• Proven experience in Fund Accounting/Pricing/Client Reporting environment
• Financial markets experience (Custodian/Fund Manager/Broker)
• Working towards an accounting qualification desirable but not compulsory
• Previous analytical exposure is desirable
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Willingness to take on new challenges
• Independent, confident, self-motivated

Nice to have

• Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
• Other designations (CFA)

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• Excellent exposureto communicate with various business partners and stakeholders in Investor Services and within other platforms as appropriate
• Opportunity to obtain hands-on experience throughout your role
• Working with an exciting, close-knit, supportive & dynamic group
• Opportunity to collaborate with other business segments within the bank
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
• Competitive compensation

Job Skills

Accounting, Adaptability, Detail-Oriented, Financial Accounting Systems, Financial Recordkeeping, Information Capture, Investment Operations, Mentorship, Operational Delivery, Time Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

MEADOWVALE BUSINESS PARK, 6880 FINANCIAL DR:MISSISSAUGA

City:

MISSISSAUGA

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-05-05

Application Deadline:

2025-05-16

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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