Investment Accounting & Reporting Specialist

at  Carleton University

QUALIFICATIONS:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of accounting and numerical proficiency is essential for analyzing the reports from the trustee and investment managers, understanding issues relating thereto, resolving problems, preparing information for Departmental and Investment Committee use, and for filing with Canadian and U.S. government agencies (CRA, FSRA, IRS).
• A strong accounting background is required to work with the trustee and custodian’s electronic delivery systems to identify accounting templates and to manipulate available information where and when necessary to create new templates.
• In addition, the incumbent must have advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Have the ability to work well under pressure, manage time effectively, and prioritize responsibilities; and, also have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

• Four year undergraduate degree
• Relevant investment certification (such as Financial Modeling Valuation Analyst, Canadian Securities Course, Certified Treasury Professional, or similar) or accounting designation (such as Chartered Professional Accountant).
• Six years of financial control and management reporting experience in a financial/investment management environment;

The Investments Accounting and Reporting Specialist will oversee the financial reporting process for the $1.6 billion Retirement Fund, focusing on internal controls, financial statement preparation, treasury management, compliance, and management of the transaction reporting process for +27 separate investment accounts for the University Endowment and the Retirement Fund.
The Investments Accounting and Reporting Specialist must be familiar with financial systems and guide the office through the transition and implementation of technology improvements to streamline transactions and reporting. The Investments Accounting and Reporting Specialist will ensure processes are in place to ensure all reporting deadlines are met.