SS&C

Financial Services

Director,FundAccounting

CA$155–215k ~AI est. Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Director candidates.

The Brief

“Director, Fund Accounting at SS&C. Skills: Fund accounting, Alternative investments, Staff supervision. Manage fund relationships. Meet daily client deliverables”

Industry & Context.

Financial Services

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 15+ years’ experience in accounting, 5+ years’ experience supervising staff, Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Advanced Excel skills

Nice to Have

Master's degree, CPA designation, Hedge fund experience

What You'll Do.

Manage fund relationships

Meet daily client deliverables

Maintain client expectations

Coordinate staff deliverables timelines

Demonstrate knowledge of accounting

Participate in new business discussions

Prepare career development plans

Prepare performance appraisals

Provide guidance to staff

Review fund governing documents

Review offering documents

Review subscription documents

Review investment management agreements

Ensure proper application of fund terms

Review transaction documentation

Review supporting files

Understand investment transaction features

Review work paper files

Ensure accuracy and completeness

Review capital activity

Review investment activity

Review income accruals

Review expense accruals

Review valuation adjustments

Review management fee calculations

Review performance returns

Review investor allocations

Review capital account statements

Review capital call calculations

Review distribution calculations

Review sources/uses of cash

Review investor notices

Prepare financial statements

Review financial statements

Prepare notes disclosures

Review notes disclosures

Prepare supporting schedules

Review supporting schedules

Develop review procedures

Support business initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Direct reports

Communication Scope

Communication skills

Process & Methodology

Project management, Multi-tasking

Full Job Description

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology. **_Job Description_** **Director, Fund Accounting** **Locations** : Halifax, NS | Hybrid ** _Get To Know Us:_** SS&C is leading the way. We continue to look for todays and tomorrow’s brightest talent, those that embody a spirit to improve not only their lives, but those around them. From college students to seasoned and experienced professionals, we encourage you to apply to our welcoming and inclusive environment. SS&C prides itself on hiring diverse, honest, dynamic individuals, who value collaboration, accountability, integrity, and innovation to name a few. We are a fast-paced environment, who promote flexibility, authenticity and offer a hybrid working model to ensure employees can manage their day and meet both work and personal commitments. **_Why You Will Love It Here!_ ** * **Flexibility** : Hybrid Work Model & a Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans * **Your Future:** RRSP Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement * **Work/Life Balance:** Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays * **Your Wellbeing:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave * **Diversity & Inclusion:** Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity * **Training:** Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&C Learning Institute * **Extra Perks:** Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more! * **Wide-Ranging Perspectives** : Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees ** _What You Will Get To Do_** _:_ * Manage multiple fund relationships, including scheduling and meeting all daily client deliverables * Maintain/man

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