The Core Responsibilities: Provides accounting advisory support and guidance to business unit inquiries (including new product and service launches), and prepares technical accounting memos/position papers to document conclusions where required Leads the month-end and quarter-end financial statement close and Group consolidation process, including coordinating close activities across the Bank’s subsidiaries (e.g., Concentra Bank, Bennington Financial Services (BFS), and other wholly owned subsidiaries) Owns the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting for the Bank and its subsidiaries, including the preparation and review of external financial statements and related disclosures Partners with the Middle Office team on derivatives and hedge accounting, including identifying natural hedge relationships, supporting hedge designation/documentation, and advising on hedge accounting strategies to minimize fair value mismatches Leads finance projects as assigned, which may include complex areas such as portfolio purchase and sale transactions, intercompany agreements, etc.

Manages a team of accounting professionals by providing overall business context, guidance, and coaching Manages the Bank’s external auditor relationship, including coordinating the annual audit and quarterly reviews, overseeing PBC requests and issue resolution,



and supporting specified procedures and prospectus-related filings as required Let's Talk About You! Completion of a recognized CPA accounting designation Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS), with the ability to provide accounting guidance to stakeholders and draft clear accounting memos/position papers to support conclusions 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial reporting, including consolidation and financial statement close processes, preferably within financial services Strong knowledge of derivative accounting and hedge accounting, including documentation, effectiveness assessment, and financial statement presentation, and proven ability to partner with Middle Office and other stakeholders Strong systems and analytical skills, including advanced Excel and experience with ERP and/or consolidation/reporting tools Proven success as an Accounting/Finance leader in a director or similar role, preferably in financial services Strong organizational skills to be able to set priorities, develop work schedules and timelines, and monitor and track progress Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex accounting matters clearly to senior stakeholders What we offer [For full time permanent roles] Competitive discretionary bonus Market leading RRSP match program Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits Employee Share Purchase Plan

📌 Director, Accounting & Consolidation (Toronto)
🏢 Equitable Bank
📍 Toronto