Accountant

Join a leading financial institution in the heart of Downtown Toronto as an Accountant V. As an integral part of the Product Control team, you'll leverage your expertise to interpret balance sheets, analyze regional P\&L, and deliver robust financial support to stakeholders across the banking sector. This hybrid role balances in\-office collaboration with remote autonomy, offering an engaging and dynamic environment for experienced accountants ready to make an impact. **Job Specifications** * **Job Type:** Contract (ASAP to Sep. 24/26\) * **Company:** Leading Financial Institution * **Location:** Hybrid (4 days in\-office; Downtown Toronto) * **Pay Rate:** $38\-$41/hour \+ 4% vacation pay * **Shift:** Monday to Friday, core business hours **Roles and Responsibilities** * Interpret and analyze balance sheets to provide actionable insights. * Perform upfront analysis from a regional perspective, focusing on P\&L. * Support the Product Control team in tracking and explaining entity structure and revenue transfers. * Collaborate with regional finance teams and interact with internal stakeholders to address their financial queries. * Ensure accurate comprehension and reporting of regional tax implications. * Utilize analytics to inform recommendations and optimize processes. * Handle customer data with care, ensuring compliance and confidentiality. **Qualifications \& Skills** * University degree (mandatory). * Minimum 5\+ years experience in accounting or finance. * CFA or CPA certification (nice to have). * Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills. * Advanced understanding of balance sheets and regional P\&L view. * Finance experience within the banking sector. * Strong analytical skills. * Familiarity with capital markets and product knowledge (nice to have). * Technology skills, including Macros and Python scripting (nice to have). * Experience with regional tax is an asset. **Opportunities** * Expand your expertise in capital markets, regional finance, and product control. * Collaborate with high\-performing finance professionals and stakeholders across the bank, enriching your professional network. * Develop advanced analytical and technical skills in a fast\-paced, evolving sector. * Potential to extend contract or transition into other exciting finance roles based on performance. **Company Culture** * Thrive in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation. * Enjoy a supportive environment dedicated to professional growth, continuous learning, and teamwork. * Contribute to a culture where adaptability and analytical excellence are recognized and rewarded. Ready to advance your accounting career and make a meaningful impact? Apply now and join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and development. This is for a current opening. *Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI\-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.*