Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting - Institutional Services
JOB_53588941120126Job type
PermanentLocation
TorontoProfession
Accounting And FinanceIndustry
Banking & Financial ServicesPay
$160-190,000
Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting - Institutional Services, Toronto(hybrid) $160-190,000
Role: Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting – Institutional Services
Location: Toronto (Hybrid) Ref: 1120126
Your New Company
Join a globally recognized leader in financial services, known for its innovation, stability, and commitment to excellence. With decades of experience in the alternative investment space, this organization offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where professionals can grow their careers and make a meaningful impact. The Toronto office is a key hub for private asset operations, offering both local leadership and global reach.
Your New Role
As Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting – Institutional Services, you will play a pivotal role in building and leading a new line of business within the Fund Administration division. This is a strategic leadership position focused on client relationship management, operational excellence, and team development. You’ll work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless onboarding, superior client service, and continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities:
- Establish best practice protocols and a robust training program for new staff to ensure top-tier client service delivery.
- Partner with Client Integration and Operations teams to manage onboarding of new institutional clients.
- Maintain and enhance client relationships through proactive monitoring and development of service level agreements.
- Collaborate with Executive Management on presentations to existing and prospective clients.
- Liaise internally with onshore and offshore teams to ensure operational effectiveness and alignment with client requirements.
- Conduct regular client visits to evaluate service quality and identify priorities.
- Oversee resolution of complex client issues in partnership with other Vice Presidents and functional groups.
- Supervise adherence to departmental procedures and policies, ensuring strong escalation and complaints management.
- Lead client conference calls and manage reporting requirements and deadlines.
- Perform continuous risk assessment for current and potential new funds under administration.
- Manage staffing requirements, work forecasting, and allocation strategies.
- Provide monthly KPI reporting and operational risk updates to clients and executive management.
- Actively participate in departmental and company-wide projects.
This is a newly created role due to business growth, with a clear and structured path to an Executive Vice President (EVP) position.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a professional accounting designation.
- Experience: 7–10 years in financial services, preferably with exposure to Fund Accounting, Product Control, or Operations.
- Leadership: 5–7 years managing staff, with proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
- Technical Knowledge: In-depth experience with Fund of Funds structures and exposure to private equity and hedge fund investments.
- Client Management: Skilled in onboarding, relationship building, and managing complex client requirements.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to lead presentations, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive operational improvements.
- Technology: Familiarity with fund administration platforms or ability to learn quickly.
- Travel: Willingness to travel to U.S. locations (Boston, New York) once or twice per quarter for 1–2 days at a time.
What You’ll Get in Return
- Competitive Compensation: Salary based on experience + performance bonus
- Retirement & Benefits: 5% RSP match, comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Time Off: 25 vacation days + 3 personal days
- Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home 3 days/week
- Career Mobility: Clear progression to SVP and EVP roles
- Supportive Culture: Monthly socials, team-building events, and inclusive celebrations
- Global Exposure: Collaborate with international teams and clients
What You Need to Do Now
If you meet all the requirements for this role, please apply quoting reference number: 1120126. Thank you in advance for your interest. We regret that we can only respond to candidates chosen for interview.
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Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting - Institutional ServicesJOB_535889411201262025-11-242026-02-23
Talk to Alistair Houghton, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Toronto (EN), 8 King Street East, 20th FloorTelephone: 905 366 4535JOB_53588941120126