Manager, Fund Accounting

Job summary

Manage the operations and performance of an investment fund accounting unit, ensuring accurate work is completed on time and in compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Oversee staffing and performance, guide the team, contribute to objectives and budgeting, resolve complex client and internal issues, and improve procedures and controls.

Job details

Job Number: J1026-0093 Category: Fund Accounting Employment Type: Full Time City: Toronto Posting Date: October 16, 2026 Closing Date: October 30, 2026 Company Information CIBC Mellon is a leading provider of asset servicing solutions to institutional investors in Canada, including multi-currency accounting, fund valuation, and investment information reporting. We are passionate about providing exceptional client service backed by our culture of innovation and success. Our outstanding employee experience will provide you with opportunities to learn and grow professionally while supporting the communities in which you live and work. We are a diverse and dynamic workplace where employees take an active role in delivering on strategic objectives while advancing their individual career goals. We encourage innovative thinking and give our employees the support and resources they need to turn great ideas into actions. We’re always looking for talented people who can make a meaningful difference for our clients, our company and our communities. To learn more about why our employees love coming to work each day, visit www.cibcmellon.com/experience. Position Overview The Manager, Fund Accounting manages the operations and the performance of a Unit of Investment Fund Accounting and ensures that work is performed accurately, within specified time-frames, and in accordance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Manages all aspects of resource management: recruitment, training, performance reviews and succession planning ensuring appropriate staffing levels to carry out the work of the department. Provides guidance and advice on work carried out by the group to ensure that deadlines are being met and information is accurate in order to improve the efficiency and reliability of the unit. Participates in setting departmental objectives ensuring that objectives are on target and being met and provides input into the budget process. Maintains contact and open lines of communication with clients and internal departments to resolve complex issues and maintain integrity of the department. Develops and implements procedures and controls to improve the efficiency and reliability of the unit. Qualifications University degree with concentration in accounting 5 to 7 years progressive experience Completion of Canadian Securities Course CIBC Mellon's Values Get it Right Every Day: Deliver service excellence while always acting with the highest ethical standards Put Clients at the Centre: Advocate for clients by listening, sharing knowledge, and bringing the right solutions forward Be One Family: Challenge, empower and recognize your colleagues Take Ownership: Speak up, speak out, and make things better Job Specific Competencies The salary band for this position ranges between $98,000 - $148,000. Individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, market conditions, relevant experience, education, training, and internal equity. Please note, our recruitment process may include the use of AI-assisted tools. This posting is for an existing vacancy. CIBC Mellon is committed to taking all reasonable steps to accommodate the needs of all individuals. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please speak with your Recruitment Consultant.

What you’ll do

Manage the operations and performance of an investment fund accounting unit, ensuring accurate work is completed on time and in compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Oversee staffing and performance, guide the team, contribute to objectives and budgeting, resolve complex client and internal issues, and improve procedures and controls.

Requirements

A university degree with a concentration in accounting and 5 to 7 years of progressive experience are required. Completion of the Canadian Securities Course is also required.

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• issue resolution · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Fund Accounting
• Investment Fund Accounting
• Resource Management
• Recruitment
• Training
• Performance Management
• Succession Planning
• Client Communication
• Issue Resolution
• Budgeting
• Procedure Development
• Internal Controls
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Reporting
• Accounting

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership

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