Financial Reporting Analyst

at  SGGGFSI

SGGG Fund Services Inc. is hiring a Financial Reporting Analyst. The successful candidate should be energetic, enthusiastic and reliable. They will have the opportunity to learn and grow within our dynamic and diverse organization. We provide an environment where employees actively participate in achieving strategic business objectives, while advancing their individual career goals. Our culture nurtures creativity and values innovative thinking. We provide employees with resources and support required to turn ideas into reality.
Under the direction of Manager, Financial Reporting, the Financial Reporting Analyst, will primarily be responsible for preparing financial statements and other ad hoc reports for investment fund clients. It is desirable that the FRA is pursuing a qualified accounting designation, with knowledge or keen interest in investment funds.
The successful candidate will have a continuous improvement mindset, the ability to work with teams across geographical locations, and proven experience going above and beyond client expectations.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare a full set of financial statements including accompanying notes and backup reports for each investment fund as assigned
• Assist with the preparation of other regulatory reports (MRFP, FIHI etc.) as needed.
• Maintain most up-to-date fund specific data pertaining to financial reporting
• Accurately process edits or comments received upon internal review of draft financial statements from assigned ‘Reviewer’
• Accurately process client/auditor edits or comments received upon review of various draft financial statements, until final signoff
• Rollover financial statements, templates, notes and other documents in preparation for shell review/interim/ and/or annual reporting period as required
• Execute assigned financial reporting controls, and log progress in a timely, accurate manner at each stage of financial reporting process as outlined by the Manager
• Assist in the adoption of new, upcoming financial reporting standards as required
• Assist in new fund setups within Diamond
• Maintain documentation and relating to various correspondence sent out during reporting periods
• Assist in testing and implementing process improvements as mandated by the Manager
• Work on other ad hoc projects as assigned by the Manager/Team Lead

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Pursuing CPA, CPA (US) or ACCA studies (preferred)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
• Introductory knowledge or a keen interest in investment fund industry (preferred)
• Analytical skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy are essential
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability with the proven ability to effectively manage deliverables in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a reliable team player

About SGGG Fund Services Inc.
SGGG Fund Services is Canada’s largest independent administrator of alternative funds with $95 billion (CAD) under administration. Using Diamond, our proprietary fund administration software, SGGG-FSI’s 385 employees provide full-service fund administration to clients from our headquarters in Toronto and affiliate offices in Cayman, the United States, and India. Our vision is to be the first choice for fund administration.

We have repeatedly earned Top Hedge Fund Administrator at the Canadian Hedge Fund Awards, and have been named to several national Great Place to Worklists, including:

• 14th Overall in Canada
• Best in Ontario
• Best in Financial Services & Insurance
• Best for Inclusion
• Best for Today’s Youth
• Best for Women
• Best Managed by Women

Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary, an annual bonus, health and dental benefits for employees and their families, life + AD&D + travel insurance, and a group retirement plan. We encourage and support professional growth, career development, and learning opportunities for our staff.
Our office is in the heart of downtown Toronto. We have adopted a hybrid work model that offers great flexibility between working remotely or in the office.
Hire contingent on successful completion of a background check
SGGG-FSI supports a workplace that respects diversity and inclusion. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences each of our employees bring to the job, and our success is underpinned by their contributions to our culture and our values.
SGGG-FSI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process

• Prepare a full set of financial statements including accompanying notes and backup reports for each investment fund as assigned
• Assist with the preparation of other regulatory reports (MRFP, FIHI etc.) as needed.
• Maintain most up-to-date fund specific data pertaining to financial reporting
• Accurately process edits or comments received upon internal review of draft financial statements from assigned ‘Reviewer’
• Accurately process client/auditor edits or comments received upon review of various draft financial statements, until final signoff
• Rollover financial statements, templates, notes and other documents in preparation for shell review/interim/ and/or annual reporting period as required
• Execute assigned financial reporting controls, and log progress in a timely, accurate manner at each stage of financial reporting process as outlined by the Manager
• Assist in the adoption of new, upcoming financial reporting standards as required
• Assist in new fund setups within Diamond
• Maintain documentation and relating to various correspondence sent out during reporting periods
• Assist in testing and implementing process improvements as mandated by the Manager
• Work on other ad hoc projects as assigned by the Manager/Team Lea