Senior Manager

Our Client

Our client is a dynamic Toronto-based investment management firm specializing in alternative investments and mutual funds. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Fund Operations to join their Toronto team. This is a senior, hands-on role reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, with responsibility for overseeing key fund operations, financial reporting and regulatory functions while leading and mentoring a team.

The role follows a hybrid model, with 2-3 days per week in the Toronto office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of four while providing guidance and mentorship to others across the organization.
• Act as the primary liaison between Fund Operations and the Portfolio Management team, including supporting performance reporting and portfolio management systems.
• Oversee relationships with external service providers, including custodians, fund accountants and auditors.
• Oversee daily NAV pricing and analysis for mutual and alternative funds.
• Manage regulatory reporting requirements, including financial statement reviews, quarterly performance disclosure, fund facts and tax reporting.
• Prepare and review fund financial statements, supporting schedules and related reporting.
• Oversee fund tax records, distributions and preparation of tax returns.
• Manage daily treasury oversight.
• Collaborate on financial reporting, portfolio analysis and marketing support related to the funds.
• Identify and implement process, technology and control improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity and risk management.
• Leverage technology and AI to automate reporting, analyze data and improve operational processes.
• Work with Bloomberg to produce actionable insights and support other ad hoc projects as required.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA designation required.
• Minimum 5-7 years of fund accounting experience required.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and a broad range of securities, including derivative products such as options, futures and swaps.
• Proficiency with SQL and programming languages such as Python.
• Ability to use AI tools to automate reporting and tasks and analyze data.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Bloomberg experience is considered a strong asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on, practical and detail-oriented approach.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

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