Private Equity Fund Manager

Company description Pinnacle Fund Services ("Pinnacle") is a privately‑owned company headquartered in Vancouver that provides high‑quality accounting and administrative services to hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment vehicles in Canada, the United States and internationally. Pinnacle provides clients with responsive service and provides employees with a dynamic workplace and career growth potential. To deliver services to our growing client base, Pinnacle is seeking candidates for the Manager Role to join our Private Equity Team.

Job description As a Manager in the Private Equity Team, you will be responsible for leading the relationship of a portfolio of private equity clients, responsible for reviewing client NAVs and contributing to the overall management of Pinnacle through active participation within the Management Team. You will work with close‑ended Funds specializing in private equity, private debt, real estate and venture capital.

We are looking for candidates who are proactive team players with a strong work ethic to join our growing entrepreneurial company. Candidates with prior experience in Fund Administration or the fund industry will find this role particularly appealing as it presents a significant opportunity for career advancement with Fund Administration. This position offers an exciting pathway for professional development.

Responsibilities

Management of a portfolio of client relationships

Reviewing and approving net asset valuations performed by fund accountants prior to release to clients and investors, which includes:

Reviewing capital activity such as capital calls & distributions

Reviewing the general ledger

Reviewing cash activity and cash reconciliations

Reviewing income and expenses, including management and performance fees and ensuring they are accrued for and are in accordance with relevant accounting standards

Reviewing Investor Statements and contract notes

Reviewing pricing information provided by clients for Level 3 investments

Reviewing financial statements

Managing year‑end audits/tax reporting with clients’ and independent auditors and ensuring fieldwork is completed on schedule

Actively manages staff’s time and workload effectively ensuring both internal and external deadlines are met

Ability to manage their own time and workload effectively to ensure both internal and external deadlines are met

Actively manages client request’s and ensures staff are responding to queries in a timely and professional manner

Ability to prioritize multiple client requests and determine which require escalating to Senior Management

Coordinates with all relevant teams internally (e.g. Compliance, Investor Services) to ensure processes and workflows are aligned to meet client needs

Ensuring all processes and output are consistent with Pinnacle’s policies and procedures and that Pinnacle’s control environment is maintained

Identifies and implements solutions to improve processes, communication, efficiency, workflow, etc.

Provides technical accounting/industry knowledge to clients

Provides ample time to coach, develop and train junior staff

Perform performance appraisals for staff and aid in their ongoing development and goal setting

Desired skills and experience

Prior experience in the fund industry of at least 3‑5 years is required

Prior experience in a managing role of at least 2 years managing client relationships, deliverables and communication. In‑depth knowledge of closed‑ended funds required

Accounting designation required

Strong knowledge of accounting concepts

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Solid interpersonal and communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to handle multiple demands, competing priorities, and constant change

Ability to allocate time effectively and manage tight deadlines

Prior experience with PFS‑Paxus is desired, but not required

Why Pinnacle Fund Services?

Extended Health Benefits

RRSP Employer Match Program

Competitive Compensation

Annual discretionary bonus

Educational Support

Work‑Life Balance

Remote Firm, with some in‑office days with purpose (learn, build relationships, collaborate & socialize)

Exposure to all aspects of the business

Thank you for your interest in Pinnacle Fund Services. We look forward to meeting you and learning about your next steps in your career.

EEO statement We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected status. We believe a diverse workplace is essential for driving innovation and achieving success, and we strive to provide equal opportunities for all employees.

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