CAN - Accountant II Location: Toronto, ON Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid 4 days on-site Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension based on business needs and performance) Pay Rate: C$25.00 C$34.00 / Hour (CAD) Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM Travel Requirements: Not required Conversion Possible: Yes, based on business needs and performance Interview Process: One round: 30-minute in-person interview Job Summary The main function of an accountant is to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization. A typical accountant is responsible for analyzing and communicating financial information for clients.
Key Responsibilities Process mutual fund trades and settlements.
Investigate and resolve transaction breaks and discrepancies.
Handle FundSERV transactions and money movements.
Use Excel macros to support operational processes.
Provide customer service and respond to inquiries.
Maintain compliance with operational and regulatory procedures.
Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems.
Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting, or other tax requirements.
Required Skills Advanced Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets, formulas, pivots, macros) Tech savvy ability to pick up internal systems quickly Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, and Excel) Strong communication skills Adaptable to change Quick learner Team player Analytical skills Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking Ability to work independently and manage one''s time Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations as related to accounting Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power
Point, and any other related accounting software Preferred Skills Trade settlements experience CSC (Canadian Securities Course) Education Requirements Bachelor''s degree in accounting or related financial discipline required An advanced degree in a financial discipline is preferred University graduate Required Experience 2 3 years of experience in banking or financial services 2 4 years of financial and/or accounting experience required Banking, financial,
or mutual funds operations background highly preferred High attention to detail and accuracy role operates in a high-risk compliance environment Robust communication skills required, including phone-based client communication Nice-to-Have Experience Banking, financial services, or mutual funds operations background Work Environment / Physical Requirements 15-minute daily huddle meeting Internal interactions only Contractor will have access to customer data 2-week training period upon start No overtime required No rotation required About the Client This client is one of North America''s largest financial institutions and the sixth-largest bank on the continent by branches, serving approximately 22 million customers across Canada, the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the organization operates a full-service financial platform spanning personal and commercial banking, wealth management, insurance, and payment solutions delivered through a team of over 85,000 employees worldwide.
Teams here include retail banking advisors, commercial lenders, wealth management professionals, risk analysts, and technology specialists, all operating within a respectful, team-oriented culture that emphasizes inclusion, career development, and long-term growth.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska.
We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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📌 Accountant (Toronto)
🏢 GTT
📍 Toronto