Accounting Manager

Our Client

Our client is a well-established, cross-border investment management firm based in downtown Toronto. The firm operates a sophisticated hedge fund platform alongside a closely integrated family office and is known for its high standards, lean structure, and direct access to senior leadership. The position is fully in-office (5 days per week) in the financial core of Toronto.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial administration across the management company, fund general partner entities, and the CIO’s family office
• Work closely with senior leadership, with direct visibility to the CEO, CIO, and Principal team; report directly to the CFO

Family Office

• Support management of the CIO’s personal investments, including account setup, statements, and market value tracking
• Maintain books and records for CEO/CIO holding companies and related investments
• Maintain books and records for the CIO’s personal foundation, including donations, receipts, and event support
• Assist with special projects such as estate planning, tax planning, and legal structuring

Management Company

• Maintain rolling budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the CEO and CFO
• Maintain full books and records, including journal entries and monthly financial statements
• Calculate quarterly management fees and monthly expense reimbursements
• Manage banking relationships and company expense payments
• Coordinate annual audits and company tax filings
• Track and allocate capital activity to and from principals
• Provide technical support related to payroll and facilities management

Fund General Partners

• Track performance allocations for each fund
• Maintain books and records for GP entities and related member entities
• Assist with performance allocation calculations and reinvestment

Tax & Compliance

• Support regulatory filings at the management company level
• Prepare EHT and HST filings and coordinate payments
• Support annual foreign holdings reporting
• Execute or oversee administrative tasks supporting the above functions as needed

Requirements

• Undergraduate university degree or higher
• CPA designation (Canadian or international equivalent considered)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an investment management, family office, or similar environment
• Strong Excel skills and experience with basic accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks)
• Process-oriented with exceptional attention to detail