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Description
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).
Full Time
Location: Calgary, AB or Toronto, ON
Vacancy Status: New role
Salary Range: $120 - 145K/yr
The Opportunity
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.
Role 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
Requirements
Desired Qualifications
- 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
Why Mawer?
- Directly contribute to the firm’s growth as a global, independent investment manager.
- Learn and work within a high-performing team that has consistently delivered exceptional long-term investment results and high levels of client satisfaction.
- Be a part of a meritocracy in which the quality of ideas supersedes hierarchy; where every role is valued, and every voice heard. At Mawer, talented team members can progress quickly, regardless of tenure or experience.
- Our unique culture, which is integral to who we are and (we think) a competitive advantage. Our culture is shaped by our core values (integrity, putting clients’ interests first, excellence, teamwork, and long-term thinking) and key behaviours (curiosity, candour, accountability, and appreciation), which are much more than words on a page. They guide the way we operate, make decisions, and communicate every day.
- We offer a flexible work environment with a blended workplace approach tailored to the unique needs of each department and team. This allows employees to seamlessly combine in-person and remote work experiences, fostering collaboration, promoting work-life integration, and empowering our team members to thrive in a dynamic, interconnected professional setting.
Our Benefits and Perks Include:
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Unlimited vacation days
- Retirement planning assistance, including RSP contributions
- Annual learning stipend
- Parental leave top-up
- Significant community investment contribution via our Employee Matching Program
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and application by May 7, 2026 at: https://www.mawer.com/careers/
All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Only applications that include all required materials will be considered.
At Mawer, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. We strive to attract, hire, develop, and retain the best people from a wide variety of backgrounds/experiences and create an environment where unique ideas and perspectives are heard and valued. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture fuels innovation and enables more effective decision-making across the firm, helping to improve investment performance, strengthen client partnerships, and create more value for all stakeholders: clients, employees, owners, and society.
We administer all practices and programs without discrimination and strive to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request accommodation or special assistance during the application process. If you need accommodation or assistance, please contact us at hraccommodation@mawer.com.
We believe experience comes in many forms and we’re committed to adding new perspectives to our team. If your experience is close to what we’ve outlined, we encourage you to apply.
About Mawer
Established in 1974, Mawer Investment Management Ltd. is an independent firm that provides world-class, global investment management services to a broad range of institutional and individual clients. We are proud of our reputation as one of Canada’s most respected investment management firms and strive to earn such respect by continually delivering long-term investment excellence, developing strong client partnerships, and living our core values.
No telephone inquiries please.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.