Financial Analyst (Securities Accounting)

Exciting 15-month contract opportunity in the insurance industry for an experienced accounting professional with strong knowledge of investment accounting and IFRS9. This hybrid role in Toronto offers flexible hours exposure to global securities accounting and the potential for conversion. IFRS USGAAP CPA SimCorp and AABOR experience valued.

Salaried: $55-60 per hour.

Incorporated Business Rate: $65-70 per hour.

15-month maternity leave contract.

Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.

Weekday schedule from 84 or 9:305:30.

Hybrid work: 3 office days from Tuesday to Thursday.

Opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment.

Join a passionate and inclusive team of professionals.

Ensure accounting treatment for securities complies with regulatory standards across IFRS USGAAP statutory and tax bases.

Oversee month-end quarter-end and year-end close activities related to securities accounting.

Manage day-to-day functions including cash and suspense reconciliation securities transfers impairments and corporate actions.

Perform analytical reviews of investment income and invested assets.

Coach and mentor team members to support skill development.

Lead or support initiatives and special projects across the team.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Trade Operations Custody Services GWAM Finance Investment Systems and Controllers.

Partner with auditors and the Controls Centre of Excellence for SOX walkthroughs and testing.

Conduct detailed user acceptance testing for system changes escalating exceptions as needed.

Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure adherence to internal controls and audit requirements.

University degree in business finance or a related discipline.

CPA designation preferred.

5 years of relevant experience in investment and general accounting.

Solid understanding of IFRS9 as it applies to investment accounting.

Strong grasp of accounting mechanics including debits and credits.

Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Proven ability to coach and support team development.

Effective collaboration skills to work cross-functionally.

Familiarity with SimCorp Dimensions and INFOR is considered an asset.

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