Accounting & Regulatory Reporting Officer

Job summary

Prepare and reconcile accounting records, support financial close activities, and produce regulatory, financial, tax, and management reports for Canadian banking operations. Maintain accounting controls and documentation, assist with audits and regulatory examinations, and contribute to process and system improvements.

Job details

Position Summary This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting for our Canadian banking operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Accounting Manager, you will support accounting, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, tax compliance, and audit activities while working closely with local stakeholders and Head Office in Taiwan. Financial Accounting & Reconciliation Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments. Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of general ledger, correspondent banking, Head Office, and suspense accounts. Record treasury and investment transactions, including deposits, money market activities, securities, and foreign exchange transactions. Maintain fixed asset, prepaid expense, and accrual schedules. Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. Regulatory & Financial Reporting Prepare and submit regulatory returns to OSFI and other Canadian regulatory authorities. Support IFRS-based financial reporting and Head Office reporting requirements. Perform financial analysis, variance reporting, budget monitoring, and management reporting. Assist with IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss (ECL) accounting processes. Tax & Compliance Reporting Support corporate tax filings and related reporting requirements. Prepare GST/HST returns and information returns, including T5 and NR4 slips. Coordinate FATCA and CRS reporting activities with internal stakeholders and external advisors. Internal Controls, Audit & Risk Management Execute key accounting controls and maintain supporting documentation. Support external audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations. Monitor accounting activities for unusual transactions, reconciliation issues, and control exceptions. Assist in maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory compliance standards. Process Improvement & Projects Participate in accounting, regulatory reporting, and system enhancement initiatives. Support testing, implementation, and process optimization projects. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, automation, and internal controls. What We're Looking For Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. CPA designation, or progress toward obtaining CPA, is preferred. 3-5 years of accounting, financial reporting, or regulatory reporting experience within a Canadian bank, foreign bank branch, or federally regulated financial institution. Experience preparing OSFI regulatory returns is highly desirable. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting principles, including IFRS 9. Understanding of banking operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes. Familiarity with Canadian tax reporting requirements, FATCA, and CRS reporting. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with banking, general ledger, or regulatory reporting systems. Professional Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet regulatory deadlines. Excellent communication skills in English. Mandarin language proficiency is considered an asset for communication with Head Office in Taiwan.

What you’ll do

Prepare and reconcile accounting records, support financial close activities, and produce regulatory, financial, tax, and management reports for Canadian banking operations. Maintain accounting controls and documentation, assist with audits and regulatory examinations, and contribute to process and system improvements.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required, while a CPA designation or progress toward one is preferred. The role calls for 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a Canadian or federally regulated financial institution, along with knowledge of IFRS, banking operations, Canadian tax reporting, FATCA/CRS, and advanced Excel.

Listed skills

• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Accounting
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Journal Entries
• Regulatory Reporting
• OSFI Regulatory Returns
• IFRS
• IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss
• Financial Analysis
• Tax Compliance
• GST/HST Reporting
• FATCA and CRS Reporting
• Internal Controls
• Audit Support
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Banking Operations
• Month-End Closing

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting