Supervisor, Fund Accounting - Private Assets (Capital Event)

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Company: Citco

Location: Toronto, ON M4E 3Y1

Description:

Job Description

About Citco

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we've been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we'll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco's core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry's most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

As a core member of our Private Assets team, you will be working with some of the industry's most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

Responsibilities

Your Role:
  • Supervise the day-to-day execution of the Capital Event process to ensure smooth operations and meet all the client service level agreements
  • Review funds' partnership agreements, PPMs and other materials
  • Monitor workflow and work with Team Manager to allocate resources to meet deadlines and achieve operational targets
  • Identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies in the process and recommend for implement corrective actions
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the Capital Event process into boarder workflows
  • Lead a team of SFAs/FAs, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to achieve departmental goals
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities, ensuring team members understand their roles and expectations
  • Provide regular feedback to improve team performance and morale
  • Ensure all aspects of the Capital Event process complies with all relevant internal policies/procedures/best practices, external standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Monitor quality control metrics and ensure the deliverables meet established standards
  • Address and resolve issues related to quality, discrepancies, or deviations in the process promptly
  • Maintain accurate records of process performance, team outputs, and incidents
  • Generate daily, weekly, or monthly reports as required by the Team Manager or senior leadership
  • Train new team members on the Capital Event Process and protocols
  • Identify skill gaps and arrange ongoing training or coaching to enhance team performance
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team
  • Encourage a proactive problem-solving culture within the team
  • Implementation of efficiency initiatives in a timely manner
  • Generate ad hoc reports as required


Qualifications

About You:
  • You have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics (CPA designation a plus).
  • 4+ years of fund accounting experience in either a Private Equity/Assets Fund, Private Equity/Assets Administrator or other financial institution where the accountant has gained financial products knowledge
  • Experience in reviewing and preparing general ledgers and financial statements
  • Strong leadership skills and supervisory experience of other professionals
  • Project management skills with attention to detail and proven ability to multi-task
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Especially Excel and Word), experienced user of the FIS Investran PE accounting platform highly desirable


Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

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