Operations Specialist

Lysander Funds is an independent Investment Fund Manager headquartered in Toronto with regional offices in Montréal and Vancouver. We offer investment products to investment and mutual fund advisors and their clients with the aim of helping investors reach their long-term financial goals. We have an entrepreneurial culture that values hard work, honesty, and flexibility. We are seeking an Operations Specialist, working as part of the Lysander’s Operations team. This role will provide support in the areas of day-to-day operations, financial reporting and marketing functions. The Operations role will work closely and support Lysander’s legal and compliance teams.
This is a full-time position is a replacement for an existing role. It is based in our Toronto office, with an expected annual compensation range of $75,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities:

• Providing oversight in managing the daily, quarterly, and annual operations of various funds which includes NAV calculations, distributions, performance reporting, marketing materials etc.
• Assisting in the preparation of reporting packages including financial statements, MRFP reporting, renewal of Fund documents and T3 returns.
• Working with the Portfolio Managers and Fund Administrators to resolve settlement/pricing issues.
• Complete Invoice generation and processing.
• Working on various procedures that support Lysander’s policies
• Develop and maintain knowledge of applicable securities and other legislation.
• Support the launch of any new business.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with service providers.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and enhancement of operational systems and associated controls and procedures.
• Other job-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• A team player mindset and is collaborative, adaptable, committed, dependable and open minded.
• At minimum 2 years of fund accounting or fund operations experience is required.
• University degree or College diploma is preferred.
• Successful completion of CSC, or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with all stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suites (VBA programming experience is an asset).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and to prioritize.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

Lysander Funds is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email with your request to [email protected]. Your information will be treated as confidential.