Fund Accountant - Fund Operations

Overview:

We are looking for a Fund Accountant to join our dynamic team in the Canadian and Global ETF markets.  This is an opportunity to join one of Canada’s most innovative ETF providers. The successful candidate will assist in the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting for 100+ ETF products managed by Horizons ETFs Management (Canada) Inc. (HEMI).

Responsibilities:

Provide Fund Oversight

• Provide oversight on NAV and INAV calculations from the service provider Prepare and assist with monthly internal and external reporting Assist with issues related to fund valuations and fund reporting Support in the implementation of complex transactions, product launches and other initiatives

Support Financial Reporting:

• Support in the preparation and production of the interim and annual financial statement, and management reports of fund performance (MRFP) Review financial statement working papers from an external provider Prepare and review calculations for notes to the financial statement and MRFPs Assist in responding to fund audit requests 

Assist with calculations of fund distributions and tax reporting:

• Assist with the calculation of monthly/quarterly distributions Prepare the calculation of monthly distributions, rebates, management fees and admin. fees Assist with the calculation of year-end distributions of income, capital gains and related tax issues Prepare annual T3 factors to internal and external parties and other CRA filings as required

Requirements:

• University Degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education with a minimum of 1 year of related work experience MS Office proficiency with advanced Excel skills. Programming proficiency is an asset. Good working knowledge of ETFs and accounting principals Organized, analytical, action-oriented individual with strong planning and support skills Ability to process and apply new skills and concepts quickly Able to work with precision and meet tight deadlines Strong technical and analytical skills; experience within ETF operations preferred Knowledge of Canadian taxation, IFRS and the mutual fund industry is an asset

Horizons ETFs is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing a respectful, welcoming and accessible environment for all people. All employment decisions at Horizons ETFs are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, color, age, marital status or disabilities. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. During the hiring process, for those job applicants selected for interviews, any required accommodation will be provided. If the successful candidate requires accommodations, an individual accommodation plan will be established and the proper adjustments will be made to support them.