15 Aug
|
Questrade Financial Group
|
Toronto
15 Aug
Questrade Financial Group
Toronto
Questrade Financial Group (QFG), through its companies - Questrade, Questbank, Questrade Wealth Management, Community Trust Company, Zolo, and Flexiti, provides securities and foreign currency investment, professionally managed investment portfolios, mortgages, real estate services, financial services and more. We use cutting-edge technology to help Canadians become much more financially successful and secure.
At QFG, we combine human-centric collaboration with AI-driven innovation to redefine financial services. The ideal candidate will be a catalyst for change, using AI to transform and deliver unparalleled customer experiences and shaping a future where AI empowers our teams to do their best work.
Join our diverse, inclusive, and hybrid workplace to unleash your creativity and nurture your curiosity without limits. If you share this sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at QFG.
What’s in it for you as an employee of QFG?
- Health & wellbeing resources and programs
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
- Competitive compensation and advantages packages
- Work-life balance in a hybrid environment with at least 3 days in office
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Opportunities to contribute to community causes
- Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. This is a 6 month contract position.
We’re looking for our next Senior Accountant (contract). Could It Be You?
The Senior Accountant reports to the Senior Manager, Financial Operations and is responsible for core accounting and reconciliation functions supporting loan and deposit-related products. Key areas of ownership include deposits and sub-ledger reconciliations, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, operating expense analysis, month-end close support, and audit preparation. The role requires strong financial analysis and spreadsheet skills, sound understanding of the banking industry and financial products (mortgages, deposits, credit cards, etc.), high attention to detail,
and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Need more details? Keep reading…
In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform monthly reconciliation of assigned general ledger (GL) accounts.
- Perform deposit and mortgage accounting and sub-ledger reconciliations.
- Perform bank reconciliations and post month-end journal entries.
- Collaborate with other departments to troubleshoot variances and post adjusting entries.
- Support the month-end closing process.
- Coordinate with tax partners and support tax accounting.
- Assist with finance-related projects and participate in transaction testing.
- Contribute to audit preparation and coordination.
- Maintain accounting records in the general ledger and other sub-ledgers.
- Liaise with and service staff of other departments regarding information requests.
- Assist the Senior Manager in preparing accounting procedures and policies.
- Provide backup support to the Senior Manager as required.
So are YOU our next Senior Accountant (contract)? You are if you…
- Have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with 5+ years of accounting experience in a related role within the financial services or investments industry.
- Have a CPA in good standing.
- Are organized with great time management skills.
- Have strong quantitative and accounting skills with a background in reporting.
- Have proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office applications, with an aptitude and interest in learning new software applications.
- Have knowledge of accepted accounting rules, practices, and reporting requirements.
- Have experience with ERPs and reporting tools such as Power BI and others.
- Have effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Bring a positive, can-do attitude, using creative solutions to solve problems.
- Establish and build healthy working relationships with team and peers.
- Use open communication and collaboration to solve problems and manage deliverables.
- Have the ability to work with little to no supervision.
- Work well in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and navigate organizational change.
- Have strong interpersonal skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Additional kudos if you…
- Have experience with hedge, forex, and securitization accounting.
Compensation Information:
- Base salary range: $90,000 - $100,000
- The final compensation package will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience, skills, and geographic location (Canada). It includes a comprehensive benefits plan and a competitive incentive (bonus) program for Full-Time Permanent roles.
Sounds like you? Click below to apply! At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued.
You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.
Questrade Financial Group of companies Applicant Tracking System utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) for application screening. The AI system operates on predetermined criteria, with final decisions subject to human review.
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
📌 Senior Accountant (Questbank) (contract)
🏢 Questrade Financial Group
📍 Toronto