Senior Fund Accountant

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for the production of an accurate net asset value for the entire fund range, inclusive but not limited to hedge funds, mutual funds, pooled funds and segregated funds. To succeed in this role, you enjoy working in a fast paced environment and dealing with complex analytical issues.

What will you do?

• Prepare the daily, weekly, semi-monthly, monthly Net Asset Value (NAV) for funds, meeting tight deadlines and Service Level Standards (SLS).
• Ensure all data required to produce the NAV is available and quality ensured (corporate actions, pricing)
• Prepare the calculation of distributions of income, capital gains and related tax issues
• Minimize NAV discrepancies and ensure timely corrective action
• Liaise with external custodians/3rd Parties for the accurate and timely computation of the funds NAV
• Review the work prepared by Fund Accountants for consistency and accuracy and provide training to new Fund Accountants
• Provide clients with prompt responses to service issues or queries in a professional manner that consistently exceeds clients' expectations

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• 2-4 years of fund accounting experience, including strong technical knowledge on calculating Net Asset Value, preparing financial statements and knowledge of accounting standards
• Strong securities industry knowledge
• Post-secondary degree in related field (i.e. Accounting)
• Strong MS Office Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word
• Excellent analytical skills, accuracy and detail-oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & under tight deadlines

Nice-to-have

• Completion of Canadian Securities Course (CSC)
• Knowledge of MPower & pControl an asset
• Willingness to become involved in projects outside the scope of fund accounting
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing people
• VBA skills
• Knowledge of Distribution calculations

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 exposure to communicate with various business partners and stakeholders in Investor & Treasury 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 SUMMARY
City: toronto
Address: 155 Wellington Street West
Work Hours/Week: 37.5
Work Environment: Office
Employment Type: Permanent
Career Level: Experienced Hire/Professional
Pay Type: Salary + Variable Bonus
Position Level: PL10
Required Travel(%): 0
Exempt/Non-Exempt: N/A
People Manager: No
Application Deadline: 06/17/2020
Req ID: 249476