Senior Investment and Fund Accountant

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp! At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values – caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people‑centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.

Why This Role Is Important to Us

The Senior Investment and Fund Accountant is a senior member of the Investment Fund Accounting team. With experience in investment and fund accounting, this role is responsible for supporting the accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of investment and fund transactions and portfolios. Working closely with business and finance teams, you will ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements while contributing to the preparation of financial reports and managing investment and fund performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the accounting and reconciliation of investment and fund portfolios, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports for investment and fund portfolios, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with finance and business teams to gather investment and fund transaction data and ensure its integration into accounting systems.
• Perform detailed analysis of investment and fund transactions and portfolio performance, providing insights and identifying any discrepancies.
• Assist in the resolution of any accounting issues related to investment and fund portfolios, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and internal policies related to investment and fund transactions.
• Contribute to the implementation and improvement of accounting processes to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Support audits and liaise with external auditors to ensure the integrity of financial reports and accounting records.
• Monitor changes in accounting regulations and assist in implementing necessary changes to maintain compliance.
• Assist in the development and training of team members, providing support and guidance in investment and fund accounting practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Fund and Investment Accounting – NAV calculation, fee accruals, and reconciliations.
• General ledger management.
• Knowledge of financial instruments (bonds, equities, derivatives, FX, etc.).
• Familiarity with IFRS9 / US GAAP.
• Training in use of accounting systems (SimCorp Dimension).
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Exception handling and investigation with a process‑improvement mindset.
• Effective time management and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Prioritisation and organisational skills.
• Communication and collaboration abilities.
• Client interaction and reporting experience.
• Teamwork across dispersed teams.
• Additional UAT testing experience.
• Multilingual ability (advantageous).
• Continuous learning attitude.
• Working knowledge of US STAT, GAAP, Tax and IFRS9.
• Familiarity with diverse security types, especially those used in the US, and the investment industry.
• Minimum of two to three years of statutory insurance (NAIC) investment accounting experience.
• Accounting or finance degree / qualified accountant.

Benefits

• Global hybrid work policy – two days in office, remote work on other days.
• Benefits package varies by country, with more than 30 offices worldwide.
• Salary range for Toronto: $84,000–$126,000 CAD base (plus annual discretionary bonus and additional benefits such as health and dental care, time off, and Group RRSP/TFSA).

SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, without regard to race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.