Why Opus
At Opus, integrity isn't just a principle. It's how we do business. As an independently owned company operating in seven countries, we've built our success by staying true to our values: questioning everything, embracing change, building not buying, winning together, and doing the right thing. Our employees see the difference - we're a certified Great Place to Work® in Canada, the USA, Ireland, and the Philippines. If you share our beliefs and want to be part of a team that values innovation, accountability, and doing the job right, we'd love to connect.
Role Summary
The Portfolio Accounting Analyst – Private Markets is responsible for the accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of private market investments, including loan instruments, private equity, and fund-of-funds positions across hedge fund and private capital client portfolios. This role supports timely and accurate NAV delivery and requires strong critical thinking skills to assess risks associated with complex investment structures, cash flows, and lifecycle events.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate positions across private market investments, including loans, private equity investments, and fund-of-funds holdings
- Track and account for principal balances, capital commitments, capital calls, distributions, amortization, and paydowns
- Calculate and record interest accruals, fees, PIK income, and investment income allocations as applicable across asset types
- Process lifecycle events such as loan draws and repayments, as well as capital calls, distributions, restructurings, and other private investment activities
- Review investment documentation (e.g., loan agreements, LPAs, capital notices) to identify accounting, valuation, and operational risks
- Reconcile positions, cash, and income to custodians, administrators, GPs, agents, and counterparties
- Support daily and month-end NAV calculations for portfolios with exposure to private market investments
- Validate pricing, valuations, and FX inputs, including GP-reported valuations and third-party pricing where applicable
- Investigate and resolve breaks or anomalies impacting NAV or client reporting
- Respond to audit requests and client inquiries related to private investment activity
- Adhere to internal controls and contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with internal teams to resolve issues and ensure data integrity across systems
Required Experience & Skills
- 2+ years experience in portfolio accounting, fund accounting, or operations supporting private market investments (loans, private equity, and/or fund-of-funds)
- Working knowledge of loan instruments (e.g., term loans, revolvers, syndicated loans) and/or private investment structures (e.g., LP interests, capital commitments)
- Understanding of interest accruals, amortization, and/or capital activity mechanics (capital calls, distributions, income allocations)
- Experience with portfolio accounting systems (e.g., Geneva, Advent, SimCorp) and/or private investment tracking tools
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess complex investment activity and identify risks or discrepancies
- Ability to operate effectively in a deadline-driven, NAV-focused environment
- High attention to detail and a strong control mindset with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
We want to give our colleagues the best start possible. That's why we provide regular in-office training during your first few months, giving you the tools and knowledge to thrive. Once you're up to speed and confident in your role, you'll have the flexibility to transition to our hybrid work model which is currently 3 days per week in office.
