A top-tier financial services provider is looking to hire a Vice President, Fund Accounting - Private Equity to lead its private assets operations team. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for someone with deep fund accounting expertise, exceptional team management capabilities, and a solid understanding of private equity structures. You'll be responsible for overseeing client service delivery, operational effectiveness, and strategic initiatives within a dynamic, global environment.

What You’ll Do
Team & Operational Leadership

Lead and mentor a team of managers and accounting professionals, fostering a high-performance culture

Direct resource planning, workflow management, and execution of deliverables to meet service-level agreements

Oversee daily operations, ensuring the timely and accurate calculation of NAVs, financial statement preparation, and capital allocations

Review accounting outputs including management and performance fees, carried interest, and investor reporting

Client Management & Compliance

Maintain strong client relationships as the primary point of contact for fund accounting services

Collaborate cross-functionally with Investor Relations, Tax, Audit, Financial Reporting, and Technology teams

Ensure all documentation, processes, and deliverables adhere to internal controls, regulatory standards, and client expectations

Oversee audit processes and partner with external stakeholders to ensure compliance and timely resolution of issues

Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects

Drive efficiency and automation initiatives across fund operations

Participate in new client onboarding, conversions, and integration projects





Review and refine operations processes to align with strategic business goals

Identify, plan, and implement improvements in process quality, team capabilities, and technology adoption

People Development & Culture

Recruit, train, and develop team members; conduct regular performance reviews and career coaching

Identify skills gaps and implement training programs to elevate team performance

Act as a liaison between team and senior leadership, fostering open communication and transparency

Champion a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence

What You Bring

University degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; CPA or equivalent designation strongly preferred

8+ years of progressive experience in private equity or public accounting, with leadership responsibilities

Deep technical expertise in private equity fund structures, accounting policies (US GAAP, IFRS, etc.), and operational workflows

Strong understanding of fund waterfalls, carried interest models, and capital event reporting

Track record of leading technology transformation and process automation initiatives

Skilled communicator and strategic thinker with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach

Proficiency in Excel and Word; experience with PE accounting platforms is a strong asset

Why This Role
This is an prospect to join a leading platform in the private equity administration space and play a critical role in scaling operations, enhancing client satisfaction, and shaping the next phase of growth. You'll be working alongside senior leaders and industry experts in an environment that values innovation, quality, and people development.

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📌 VP, Fund Accounting (Private Assets) (Ontario)
🏢 Kassen Recruitment
📍 Ontario