Job Title Portfolio Administrator, Private Assets The Portfolio Administrator, Private Assets supports the Accounting function for private and pooled investment funds. This role is primarily back‑office and is well suited for candidates with a strong accounting foundation and hands‑on experience in private equity, private debt, venture capital, or alternative investments. The position provides exposure to investment operations, fund administration, and audit processes, making it ideal for candidates interested in developing deeper expertise in fund accounting and private assets. Key ResponsibilitiesFund Accounting & Valuation + Maintain accurate fund accounting records and detailed investment schedules + Perform cash and position reconciliations + Track committed capital, capital calls, and distributions + Coordinate with custodians and third‑party valuation providers + Review valuation inputs and assist with NAV verification and reasonableness checks + Respond to tax‑related inquiries, including Return of Capital (ROC), cash and non‑cash distributions, and capital gains + Monitor portfolio updates and material events to ensure accurate accounting treatment Audit & Compliance Support + Support annual external fund audits + Prepare and respond to auditor requests related to capital activity, valuations, and fund transactions + Assist with audit documentation and internal reporting Fund Administration & Investor Support + Support investor onboarding by reviewing subscription agreements and documentation + Ensure investor records align with legal documentation and capital commitments + Collaborate with Accounting, Investment, and Client Services teams Must‑Have Qualifications + Post‑secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field + 2+ years of experience in fund accounting, private equity, venture capital, or alternative investments + Hands‑on experience with reconciliations, capital calls, and distribution processes + Understanding of private fund tax concepts, including ROC and partner tax reporting + Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reconciliations) + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Eligible to work in AB, SK, MB, or ON Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications + Fund administration experience + Exposure to prospectus filings or regulatory bodies + Fund audit experience + CPA designation or CPA candidate + Experience with Canadian private fund structures + Experience in asset management or investment management environments + Experience with custodian platforms Soft Skills + Strong communication skills + Detail‑oriented and analytical thinker + Able to work with urgency in a deadline‑driven environment + Collaborative team player Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of VANCOUVER, BC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $80000.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in VANCOUVER,BC. À propos d'Aston Carter: Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. 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