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 PowerPoint, 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 requiredBanking, 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.

Job Number: 26-13751

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