VP, Private Equity-Fund Accounting

State Street

. Manage a growing team of financial services professionals in the production and delivery of accounting and administrative services for one or more alternative investment client relationships.

Posted 5/17/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a growing team of financial services professionals in the production and delivery of accounting and administrative services for one or more alternative investment client relationships.
Primarily responsible for the allocation of income to investors, determination of management and incentive fees in accordance with the waterfall provisions, and processing capital events such as capital calls and distributions.
Responsible for the portfolio and fund level accounting for numerous funds including the review and approval of monthly or quarterly net asset value reporting.
Lead the onboarding of existing client funds and the launch of new funds.
Demonstrate an unrelenting commitment to client satisfaction.
Ensure adherence with internal policies and procedures and compliance with external governing regulations.
Design and champion technology solutions to address the complex reporting and data requirements of clients.
Proactively identify and participate in cross-sell opportunities.
Participate in strategic working groups within the organization to improve processes and our operating model.
Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and develop staff to realize their full potential.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
At least 10 years of Private Equity experience
Experience with alternative investment asset classes, complex fund structures and fee calculations desired
Highly effective communication and management skills
Ability to thrive and function in a high-pressure deadline driven environment.
CPA qualification is favorable but not required.
Experience with Investran or Geneva favorable but not required.
Strong English written and spoken ability is mandatory to cover international client.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Vibrant employee networks

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Hard Skills & Tools

accountingfinancial servicesportfolio accountingfund level accountingnet asset value reportingfee calculationscapital events processingalternative investment asset classescomplex fund structurescross-sell opportunities

Soft Skills

client satisfactioncommunication skillsmanagement skillsteam leadershipstaff developmenthigh-pressure environment adaptabilitystrategic thinkingprocess improvementmotivational skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in financeCPA qualification