The opportunity The Senior Associate, Corporate Accounting supports the integrity of General Ledger accounting data including transaction processing and monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual close activities. This includes maintaining complete and accurate information for audit and control testing processes for OTPPB and other administrative office entities and providing operational accounting support for other corporate divisions. This role has primary responsibility for the Financial Accounting function within Corporate Accounting while supporting the Accounts Payable processes as needed.
Who you'll work with The Senior Associate, Corporate Accounting will work closely with teams across Ontario Teachers’ to support month-end close and accounts payable activities, while building strong partnerships across Finance, Information Technology, business application teams, and third-party service providers.
What you'll do Execute period-end close activities including preparing journal entries, GL interface maintenance, and monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Responsible for daily bank reconciliation process and funding for offshore administration funding
Support external auditors for OTPPB and offshore administration entity audits by providing details and analysis of General Ledger balances
Manage and maintain the General Ledger including Chart of Account, Cost Centre and Project hierarchies
Support vendor payment process (including setup and update of vendor banking information) across global offices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with tax rules and internal controls.
Collaborate with external banking partners to troubleshoot payment issues and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Lead or participate in special projects and process enhancements by providing the required technical and/or accounting specifications
What you'll need Relevant university degree




CPA designation required
Strong understanding of Canadian GAAP (IFRS and ASPE) applicable to investment companies. International GAAP knowledge an asset
Practical understanding of accounting concepts
General understanding of the Canadian pension plan environment and regulatory obligations is an asset
Minimum five years of progressive experience in accounting and/or operational rolesStrong attention to detail with ability to prioritize where applicable and maintain a high work standard.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and partner with key stakeholders inside and outside the Plan.
Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance for standard operational decisions
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Power BI and strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint an asset
What we’re offering The Base Salary range for this level is as follows: $105,000 - $155,000.
Competitive compensation
Numerous opportunities for skilled growth and development
A flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working
Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis
At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

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📌 Senior Associate, Corporate Accounting (12 month contract) (Ontario)
🏢 Ontario Teachers'​ Pension Plan
📍 Ontario