Fund Accountant (BC)
- Richmond, BC, Canada
Full-time
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About Us
SGGG Fund Services is Canada’s largest independent administrator of alternative funds with over $120 billion (CAD) under administration. Using Diamond, our proprietary fund administration software, SGGG-FSI’s over 400 employees provide full-service fund administration to clients from our headquarters in Toronto and affiliate offices in Cayman, the United States, and India. Our vision is to be the first choice for fund administration.
We have repeatedly earned Top Hedge Fund Administrator at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, and have been named to several national Great Place to Work lists.
Office Location & Hybrid Model
- This role is based in the Greater Vancouver Area (BC)
- Candidates must be able to commute to our Richmond office 2 times per month
- We embrace a flexible hybrid work model with primarily remote work
About The Role
We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join our BC team. Reporting to the Manager, Fund Accounting, this entry-level role supports operational excellence by ensuring the accurate and timely calculation of Net Asset Value per Unit (NAVPU) for assigned client portfolios. The role plays a key part in delivering high-quality service to clients while contributing to continuous process improvement. As part of a client-focused Fund Accounting team, you will collaborate across geographic locations, take ownership of deliverables, and consistently strive to exceed client expectations.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain the accounting records of Client portfolios (trades, expenses, accruals, etc.)
- Produce a daily, weekly, or monthly net asset values for each client in an accurate and timely manner
- Prepare draft financial statements, audit information packages and tax returns for clients
- Develop a professional and productive relationship with Clients and SGGG-FSI staff
- Work to continually improve the processes associated with your assigned functions
- Keep management informed of any and all issues that could have a Client impact
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves / Required
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills – particularly Excel
- Clear and fluent communication skills (written, verbal) are essential to this role
- Work with minimal supervision to prioritize and manage work
- Effective member of a team
- Thrives in a fast pace working environment with competing deadlines
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent Client service skills
- Strong attention to detail
Nice-to-Haves / Assets
- CSC or IFIC Mutual Funds Operations course
- Possess or in process of obtaining a professional designation such as CPA, CFA etc.
- Previous Co-op/Intern experience
- Fund accounting experience, in a daily or monthly valuation environment
You Should Embody:
- Integrity: Demonstrates sound judgment, transparency, and ethical decision-making in all interactions.
- Leadership: Takes initiative and drives outcomes with accountability and ownership.
- Focus: Prioritize effectively, manage time well, and consistently deliver on key objectives.
- Passion: Bring energy and commitment to their work, with a strong drive for excellence and continuous improvement.
- Teamwork: Collaborate openly and contributes to a respectful and high-performing team environment.
What We Offer
- This position offers a starting salary of $60,000, plus a discretionary annual bonus and annual cost-of-living and merit-based increases.
- An award-winning open door culture with a collaborative & inclusive team
- Committed to flexible work arrangements, with heavily weighted remote work
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage + Lifestyle and/or Health Spending Accounts
- RRSP Matching that increases with tenure
- Parental Leave top up program
- Team connection through quarterly team lunches, bi-annual company wide events, sport and charity initiatives
- Professional development support including CPA exam fee coverage, dues, and mentorship (we are not yet pre-approved in BC, but working towards that, in the meanwhile we can still support your CPA BC journey)
- Milestone recognition program
Application Information
- This position is for an existing vacancy.
- We use AI-enabled tools to sort applications based on job-related criteria. A human decides who moves forward. Some AI proctored tests may also be scored with AI; Trained staff review the scores before any decision is made.
IDEA & Accommodations (AODA)
SGGG-FSI supports a workplace that respects inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility (IDEA). We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences each of our employees bring to the job, and our success is underpinned by their contributions to our culture and our values.
SGGG-FSI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Recruitment Process
- Online Assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a 20-minute online, proctored role-based assessment.
- HR Screening: A 20-minute virtual interview with our HR team.
- Manager Interview: A 30–40-minute role-specific interview, held virtually or in person.
- Decision: Candidates will receive updates throughout the recruitment process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain client portfolio accounting records and accurately calculate and deliver net asset values on daily, weekly, or monthly schedules. Prepare draft financial statements, audit information packages, and tax returns while supporting client relationships, process improvements, and timely escalation of client-impacting issues.
Requirements
Applicants must have post-secondary education in a relevant field, advanced Microsoft Office skills - particularly Excel - and strong communication, client service, teamwork, and attention-to-detail skills. The role requires the ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines with minimal supervision; fund accounting experience, co-op experience, relevant courses, and progress toward a professional designation are assets.
Skills
- Fund Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Reporting
- Net Asset Value Calculation
- Accounting Records Maintenance
- Tax Return Preparation
- Audit Support
- Client Service
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Prioritization
- Teamwork
- Process Improvement
Benefits
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Annual Cost-of-Living and Merit-Based Increases
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Lifestyle and Health Spending Accounts
- RRSP Matching
- Parental Leave Top-Up
- Professional Development Support
- CPA Exam Fee Coverage
- Professional Dues Coverage
- Mentorship
- Milestone Recognition Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Fund Accounting
- Financial Services
- Alternative Funds
- Fund Administration
- Net Asset Value
- NAV Per Unit
- Portfolio Accounting
- Trade Accounting
- Expense Accruals
- Financial Statements
- Audit Information Packages
- Tax Returns
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Client Service
- Process Improvement
- CPA
- CFA
- Canadian Securities Course
- IFIC Mutual Funds Operations Course
- Daily Valuation
- Monthly Valuation
- RRSP Matching
- Diamond Fund Administration Software