SENIOR ANALYST, LOAN ACCOUNTING - Temporary 18 months

Posted:
10/6/2024, 11:43:44 PM

Location(s):
Montreal, Quebec, Canada ⋅ Quebec, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

We are banking at another level.

Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Choosing BDC as your employer also means:

  • Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few   

  • In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1

  • A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life

  • Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more... 

*This position is temporary for 18 months.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Analyst, Loan Accounting is responsible for supporting BDC indirect initiative and to produce various journal entries, daily and monthly analyses, reports and notes to FS. They are also responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data and the resolution of discrepancies. This person will act as a backup and support to colleagues on the team.

This person must have strong skills in analysis and processing of large data. Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit and the ability to build relationships with partners.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET  

  • Play a key role in the Co-lending program and act as a point of contact to ensure accurate communication of information to/from financial institutions

  • Prepare monthly journal entries for various loan transactions in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) while meeting tight deadlines

  • Prepare month-end reconciliations in a timely manner to ensure that various systems are aligned, investigate and resolve discrepancies

  • Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements notes and key highlights for the MD&A for indirect initiatives within tight deadlines. Ensure financial information is compliant with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Produce the quarterly analytical review.

  • Prepare monthly reports on key performance indicators for the dashboard and to various internal clients ​

  • Prepare monthly reports for external partners that require attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

  • Prepare and respond to requests from Government Relations and Statistics Canada Ensure that hybrid loans (CAD and USD) are properly accounted for, validate and communicate with loan operations for corrections.

  • Prepare and maintain rigorous documentation and process for loan accounting and recommend changes if required Identify and implement business process improvements to achieve efficiencies

  • Respond to ad hoc requests from internal clients regarding loan accounting treatments and processes. Respond to requests from internal and external auditors

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Professional designation CPA

  • University degree in business administration or accounting

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and financial analysis

  • Experience in a financial institution, an asset

  • Knowledge of SQL and Power BI, an asset

  • Solid knowledge of accounting principles, policies and practices

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to organize and collect data for management reporting purposes

  • Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, Power BI, etc.)

  • Strong ability to work under pressure and to organize work within tight deadlines

  • Comfortable working with systems and identifying system solutions

  • Excellent administrative and organizational skills

  • Good oral and written communication skills in both official languages (French and English)

*Please note that temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.

Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.