Job Description

About Us:

Established in 1987, Fidelity Investments Canada Inc. (FIC), provides Canadian investors with a full range of mutual funds, ETFs and alternative funds. Fidelity funds are available through a number of channels, including financial planners, investment dealers, banks and insurance companies.

FIC manages over $168 billion (CAD) in mutual fund and institutional assets, as at December 15, 2020. This includes $41 billion in assets for institutional clients, including public and corporate-defined benefit pension plans, endowments, foundations and corporate assets on behalf of clients across Canada.

The Investment Management team, focuses on research analysis and delivering strong returns, and is comprised of portfolio managers, research analysts, traders and more.

FIC has more than 1000 full time employees and is headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices in Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver.

Role Overview:

The Corporate Accounting Manager will serve as part of the Toronto based Corporate Accounting team. This role will work closely with both the Manager, Corporate Accounting, Director Finance and Corporate Accounting and other Finance team members and business partners to meet accounting and reporting requirements and is expected to develop a strong working knowledge of the businesses. This role has responsibility for the full accounting cycle of Fidelity Investments Canada ULC..

What You Will Do:

• You will be responsible for the execution of all accounting functions, including but not limited to: journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis for the business
• You will take ownership over the monthly and year-end close and will be responsible for producing various financial reports for senior management
• Be the accounting point of contact and subject matter expert for the broader finance team
• You will develop and implement new/enhanced systems and procedures to ensure adequate accounting and control for specific accounting functions
• You will take a lead role in preparing schedules and documentation for the annual external audit
• You will prepare IFRS compliant financial statements and stay abreast of developments in the industry impacting financial reporting
• You will assist with the implementation of new accounting policies and procedures as well as administering existing policies and procedures
• You will document all internal operating and control procedures
• You will monitor key performance indicators and the impact of accounting issues on the business
• You will participate in the development and completion of special and/or ad-hoc projects as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA required)
• University degree with a focus on Accounting preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with progressively more advanced accounting, financial analysis and operations work required
• Thorough understanding of IFRS and proficiency in financial statement analysis
• Prior experience in a public accounting or accounting role
• Experience in Financial Industry is a strong asset

The Expertise You Bring

• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to build solid relationships and participate in and / or lead cross company activities
• Ability to work at different levels of detail and be able to concisely summarize complex issues
• Hands on work style - "can do" attitude with a strong desire to make things happen
• A change agent who has the ability to see the big picture and plan ahead
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure and hit deadlines
• Team player who takes initiative and works constructively with others to achieve team goals
• Excellent planning, prioritization, problem solving and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn financial systems and reporting tools (i.e., Oracle and Essbase)

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Given the current circumstances, employee will be working from home, 100% of time. As working conditions return to normal, they will shift to a hybrid working arrangement.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans' status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at .

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

• Canada's Top 100 Employers (5th consecutive year) 2021
• Greater Toronto's Top Employers (9th consecutive year) 2021
• Canada's Top Family Friendly Employer (4th consecutive year) 2021
• Imagine Canada, Caring Company
• Canada's Top Employer For Young People 2021
• National HR Awards - Best Corporate Social Responsibility Program Award, Venngo Healthy Workplaces Award
• Workplace Benefits Awards - Health and Wellness Program
• Canadian Compassionate Companies Award

Designations

• A Canadian Compassionate Company
• An Imagine Canada Caring Company