Analyst, Investment Fund Accounting

Mawer Investment Management•Toronto, ON

13d•$120 - $145

About The Position

Be Boring. Make Money.™ is our investment approach, but we are anything but dull. We are a diverse, passionate team united by our commitment to provide our clients with financial peace of mind and our desire to create one of the best companies in the world. A career with us will be demanding; however, the experience will also be dynamic, supportive, intellectually stimulating, and above all—meaningful. We take pride in doing things a little differently than other investment firms. Innovative ideas, diverse opinions and experiences, and teamwork are expected and rewarded regardless of title or tenure. Dedicated to our people, we have consistently been recognized as a preferred employer, receiving awards such as Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2026), Alberta Top Employers (2026), and Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employer (2026). The Analyst, Investment Fund Accounting helps keep Mawer’s funds running smoothly behind the scenes by coordinating financial reporting, regulatory filings, and key fund operations. Reporting to the Manager, Fund Accounting, this role works closely with internal teams, external providers, and auditors to make sure fund information is accurate, deadlines are met, and regulatory requirements are handled well. The role also oversees important areas like expenses, distributions, tax, and service provider relationships. This role is a blend of strong technical fund knowledge with cross-functional coordination and a focus on continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, Commerce or Business Administration preferred
CPA designation with a minimum of 6 years' relevant experience in fund accounting, reporting, audit and tax within the mutual fund/asset management industries
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and U.S. GAAP related to investment funds
Strong understanding of exempt market products, transfer agency operations, and regulatory requirements
Meticulous attention to detail
Quick thinker, business savvy, naturally curious
Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and continuously prioritize work
Ability to build and maintain relationships with departments across the organization and with various service providers
Commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and excellent client service

Responsibilities

Key contributor in the production process for all fund financial statement information and financial data for regulatory filings including fund financial statements and Management Report of Fund Performance for Mawer mutual funds and pooled funds. This includes coordination of the production cycle with external (e.g. fund administrators, document service provider) and internal (Compliance, Performance, Analyst, Investment Operations, Product, Portfolio Management, and Marketing) teams
Key contributor in reviewing the annual and interim financial statements for all Mawer mutual funds, pooled funds, collective investment trusts and US LLC Funds including supporting documents within tight deadlines
Liaise with the external auditors ensuring that the audit plans for Mawer funds are adequately planned and coordinated with the fund administrator and transfer agent
Maintain a good understanding and oversight of fund distributions, tax provisions, tax returns and related tax working papers prepared by the fund administrator
Develop and maintain fund expense budgets including the monitoring of actual vs budgeted expenses; review monthly management fees; review and maintain any fund subsidies; prepare annual expense report for Independent Review Committee
Maintain a good understanding and oversight of the GST/HST process for the funds, including review of quarterly payments and annual returns
Primary point of contact for day-to-day fund accounting, administration, transfer agency and trust accounting services provided by external providers. Ensure service providers adhere to established service levels, policies and internal control standards in place
Participate in ad hoc projects and fund events (e.g., CRM3 – Total Cost Reporting, fund mergers and restructurings, fund and series launch etc.) as requirements arise
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including marketing, product development, and client facing teams to ensure alignment of client management strategies with broader organizational goals
Continuous improvements in processes and operational excellence