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General Information

Job ID
35610
Location
Halifax, Canada
Work Types
Full Time
Categories
Client Accounting, Funds, Private Equity and Real Estate


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About TMF Group

TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. We provide legal, financial and employee administration through TMF Group’s teams in 120 offices.


Discover the Role

We are looking for an Associate to join our Fund Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to build strong technical foundations through hands‑on execution, exposure to alternative investment funds, and collaboration with a supportive team.

Associates are responsible for delivering accurate fund accounting work, supporting client and investor requests, and operating within established processes and controls.


Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Fund Accounting & Reporting

·         Prepare and maintain accounting data for assigned funds.

·         Assist with NAV calculations, investor allocations, and supporting schedules.

·         Record routine accounting entries, including expense accruals and fee calculations.

·         Reconcile cash and portfolio activity to source data.

Client, Investor & Payments Support

·         Support routine client and investor requests under the guidance of Senior Associates or Managers.

·         For select smaller or straightforward clients, act as a day‑to‑day contact for basic queries, ensuring timely and professional responses.

·         Work with Investor Relations teams to support investor requests and provide required information.

·         Assist with the payment process by reviewing invoices for completeness and accuracy and submitting processing tickets to internal teams.

·         Support payment tracking and follow‑ups as needed.

Audit & Team Support

·         Assist with external audits and tax processes by gathering documentation and preparing schedules.

·         Work closely with team members, follow established procedures, and escalate questions or issues appropriately.

·         Support ad hoc analyses and special projects as required.


Key Requirements

What We’re Looking For

·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·         Prior accounting or finance experience (internships or entry‑level roles welcome).

·         Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

·         Clear written and verbal communication skills (English B2+ or equivalent).

·         Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and work within structured processes.

·         Experience with fund accounting systems (e.g., Archway) or capital markets exposure is an asset, but not required.


What’s in it for you?

·         Hands‑on exposure to alternative investment fund accounting.

·         Clear development path toward Senior Associate as skills and experience grow.

·         Supportive team environment with structured processes and coaching.

·         Opportunity to gain client and investor exposure over time.

Pathways for career development

• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.

• We provide internal career opportunities, so you can take your career further within TMF.

• Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.

Making an impact

• You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients.

• Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.

A supportive environment

• Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace.

Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best.


We’re looking forward to getting to know you!