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Senior Fund Accountant

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Senior Level
Full-Time

About the role

Company Description Marquest Asset Management Inc. is a private investment management company that has been delivering a diverse range of equity and flow-through products to accredited and retail investors since 1985. Guided by an active and disciplined approach, Marquest seeks to identify opportunities in dynamic market environments to achieve superior risk-adjusted returns for clients. The company's name represents its dedication to meeting client expectations by matching persistence with sound decision-making. Headquartered in Toronto, ON, Marquest firmly commits to delivering exceptional investment results.

Role Description This is a full-time on-site position for a Senior Fund Accountant. The role is located in Toronto, ON, and involves preparing financial statements, calculating net asset values (NAV), preparing and reviewing financial reports, reconciling fund transactions, and adhering to regulatory guidelines. The Senior Fund Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the fund accounting processes while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include: · Fund’s NAV daily and monthly review. · Fund’s expense weekly and monthly allocation. · Fund’s expense invoice allocation, payment and accrual. · Responsible for Funds’ month-end, quarter-end and annual closing. · Manage Fund reporting, budget and prepare Fund’s Financial statement. · Responsible for Corporate subsidiary’s book which include invoice allocation and payment, expense accrual and bank reconciliation, related journal entries, financial statements, and dissolution. · Work with the audit firm on Tax audit and oversee the Funds’ tax preparation. · Manage the Funds’ audit and tax audit process, act as the contact person with the Audit firm. · Coordinate with legal service provider for the Fund regulatory filings. · Work with Client Service team on the year-end tax slip process. · Coordinate with other teams for Fund launch, closing and rollover and act as the liaison with RBC. · Provide assistance to Chief Financial Officer and senior management as requested. · Other projects assigned by management

Experience/Qualifications Proficiency in Fund Accounting and NAV calculation Strong understanding of Financial Statements and Financial Reporting Experience in Finance, with knowledge of industry regulations and standards Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation or equivalent is a strong asset · Minimum of 5 years working experience within Fund accounting and reporting, preferably Trust accounting or Fund Accounting experience in asset management firm. · Thorough understanding of IFRS application and NI81-106 is a must. · Excellent working ethic, combined with positive attitude. · A self-starter with the ability to work independently, and also as part of a team. · Excellent computer skills, specifically with Excel. · Experience with SAGE is an asset, but not required.

Apply now Individuals meeting the criteria above are encouraged to submit their resume in confidence by emailing hr@marquest.ca. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only selected individuals will be contacted for follow-up.

About Marquest Asset Management Inc.

Investment Management
11-50 employees
Founded in 1985

Marquest Asset Management Inc. is a rapidly growing private investment management company that provides a diversified suite of quality equity, and flow-through products to accredited and retail investors.

Since our inception in 1985, Marquest utilizes an active and disciplined investment management approach to take advantage of opportunities in a constantly changing market environment, in our quest to generate the highest possible risk-adjusted return for our clients. This commitment is the genesis of the company’s name, Marquest, which underscores our passion to meet our clients’ expectations.

Our goal is simple: to PURSUE and ACHIEVE what we set out to do for our clients. Our success is based on our vigilance, persistence, and confidence to act upon our convictions to deliver the superior returns our clients expect.

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