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Fund Accounting Manager (Private Assets)

Toronto, ON, Canada

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Job type: Full-time
Closing date: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

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A respected player in the investment management space is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity) to oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for professionals who bring a deep understanding of fund accounting and a passion for team development, process improvement, and client service excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
Lead the calculation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs), financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations
Review complex fund expenses including management fees, admin fees, carried interest, and more
Ensure the quality and accuracy of all accounting work and client deliverables, including investor statements
Interpret partnership agreements, PPMs, and other governing documents to ensure compliance and accuracy
Ensure all documentation and processes comply with regulatory and internal standards
Coordinate with internal teams including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration for seamless service delivery
Act as a primary liaison to clients and external stakeholders, responding to queries with accuracy and professionalism
Oversee and coordinate external audit processes
Mentor, train, and guide team members, conducting performance reviews and identifying development opportunities
Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and implement quality control measures

What You Bring

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation preferred
3-5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds
4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams
Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting
Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Advanced Excel skills

Why This Role

This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organization that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You'll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.

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Responsibilities

Lead the fund accounting team and oversee daily operations, including NAV calculations, financial statements, allocations, expense reviews, and client deliverables. Ensure compliance and accuracy, coordinate audits and cross-functional service delivery, and develop the team while improving operational efficiency and quality controls.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with a CPA, CFA, or equivalent designation preferred. Candidates should have private equity or alternative investment fund accounting experience, at least four years managing fund accounting teams, knowledge of US or Canadian GAAP, financial reporting and general ledgers, strong leadership and communication skills, and advanced Excel skills.

Skills

Fund Accounting
Private Equity
Team Leadership
People Management
Net Asset Value Calculation
Financial Reporting
General Ledger
Partner Allocations
Fund Expense Review
Regulatory Compliance
Client Service
External Audit Coordination
Process Improvement
Quality Control
Advanced Excel

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Keywords

Fund Accounting
Private Equity
Alternative Investment Funds
Net Asset Value
NAV
Financial Statements
Trial Balances
Partner Allocations
Shareholder Allocations
Management Fees
Administrative Fees
Carried Interest
Partnership Agreements
Private Placement Memorandum
PPM
US GAAP
Canadian GAAP
General Ledger
Fund-Level Financial Reporting
External Audits
Regulatory Compliance
Investor Relations
Tax
Financial Reporting
Integration
Advanced Excel
CPA
CFA
Quality Control
Process Improvement

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