About Us
Petra Funds Group is a single-source provider for fund administration and infrastructure needs for private equity and debt funds. At Petra, we enable fund managers to focus on the tasks that add the most value to their businesses and leave the rest to us.

Petra is made up of highly experienced professionals across the US and Europe. In a business where accuracy and timeliness are paramount, having a deep bench who've spent years working with asset managers is what differentiates us.

Our foundation is built on trust, experience, and uncompromising accuracy. Our people are experts. We work collaboratively. We are relentless in our process and put attention to detail first.

Overview
The Fund Accounting Manager at Petra is responsible for leading the delivery of fund accounting and client service for private equity fund service clients. This role owns client relationships at the engagement level, overseeing all aspects of fund accounting and reporting, including capital activity, allocations, fee calculations, cash management, financial statements, and audits. The Manager leads and develops team members through coaching, review, and workflow management, while partnering with Directors and clients on complex accounting matters, process improvements, and special projects. Success in this role requires deep private equity fund accounting expertise, strong judgment, and the ability to balance technical leadership, people management, and a client‑first mindset consistent with Petra’s culture.

What You’ll Do

Quarterly and year‑end close activities for assigned Funds, including work paper preparation, financial statements, capital account statements, and account reconciliations

Read,



understand, and interpret Limited Partnership Agreements, Operating Agreements, and other related legal documents associated with Funds

Knowledge of partnerships, fund structures, waterfalls, preferred return/carried interest, and capital transactions

Knowledge of fund performance metrics such as IRR, TVPI, DPI, RVPI, and MOIC

Prepare fund capital calls and distributions, including investor calculations and notices

Prepare fund management fee calculations and subsequent close calculations for funds not yet closed

Provide auditors with necessary supporting documentation in connection with the year‑end audit

Provide tax teams with necessary supporting documentation for tax returns, K‑1s, and other related tax documents for assigned Funds

Address ad hoc reporting requests from multiple sources

Address investor questions as they arise

Other reasonably related duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

At least seven years of progressive work experience in accounting or audit, with a preference for private equity, fund administration, or public accounting experience

Ability to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment

Ability to multi‑task and meet deadlines

Detail‑oriented with the ability to complete tasks promptly





Willingness to take on additional ad‑hoc tasks and projects

Ability to build and maintain advanced spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of Investran Live

Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills with a team approach

Unquestionable integrity and ethics

Team player enthusiastic about joining a growing team

Undergraduate degree required, MBA

Salary Range
At Petra Funds Group, competitive compensation will be commensurate with qualifying factors such as qualifications, experience, and skills.

How We Care
We believe people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to your well‑being. Our perks include:

90% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums

Fully funded Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions up to the IRS maximum — available to employees enrolled in our high-deductible health plan

401(k) employer match at 100% of your contributions up to 5% of compensation, with immediate vesting

Flexible paid time off

Generous holiday calendar

Hybrid work setting that offers flexibility and supports work‑life balance

Funded amount is prorated for new hires

What We’re Proud Of

Certified Great Place to Work®, based on direct feedback from our employees about trust and overall culture

Fortune Best Medium Workplaces™ and Best Financial Services & Insurance Workplaces™, highlighting our commitment to building an environment where people thrive

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📌 Fund Accounting - Manager| Halifax (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Petra Funds Group
📍 Nova Scotia