Fund Accounting Analyst

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

**The position at a glance**

BNP 2S Canada is looking for an ambitious fresh mind to provide support to the fund accounting department by managing daily NAV calculation and support function tasks. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain accounting books of Mutual funds. Willingness to work from 11am to 7pm EST on weekdays and on Canadian holidays excluding Christmas and New Year’s Day.

**In detail**

Service Delivery:
Acquire complete understanding of NAV Calculation & its related functions with various parties involved. For example: Custody, TA, Pricing, Corporate Actions, etc.

Knowledge of NAV Calculation Processing & Review across all funds & instrument types.

Ensure all reconciliation breaks in TA, Cash & Stock are validated and justified for each calculated NAV.

Ensure NAV calculations are produced in a timely manner as per SLA. Completeness of NAV packs includes accurate report generation, timely delivery of reports, scanning & archiving.

Adhere to Quality SLA of 100% & above while processing NAVs.

Be proactive in resolving queries and escalate immediately to the supervisor on any issues/queries/escalations.

Participate in preparation of Key/Standard Operating Procedures for each process.

Consistently evaluate the documented procedures to ensure they are complete, accurate and up to date.

Carry out other ad-hoc duties may arise from time to time, mainly on month ends & year ends

Contributing Responsibilities:
Monitor the respective group mailbox and respond quickly to the queries.

Adhere to timeliness and quality as stated in SLA.

Ensure there is NO Financial impact/loss to the organization.

Ensure ISAE 3402 checks are understood and followed. 100% compliance is must for all NAV packs.

Act as a back-up in the absence of other team members.

Ensure to minimize the unplanned leaves, especially during business-critical days, like month end, rollover days and migration of new funds.

Should come up with minimum one process improvement/automation initiative per quarter.

To share the process/product knowledge with fellow team members.

**The strengths and skills that will help you succeed**

Bachelor in Accounting/Commerce/Finance

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in Fund Accounting

Ability to communicate to others in a clear, articulate fashion.

Good written and oral communication skills.

Good listening and questioning ability.

Be able to express ideas effectively in individual and group situations

Ability to plan work ahead and to prioritize workload.

Ability to work in an organized manner.

Must have an attention to detail/rigor

Generate creative solutions to problems.

Always looks for ways to improve services and processes.

Be able to adapt to markets and client’s evolution.

Ability to collaborate/teamwork

Client focused

Ability to understand, explain and support change

Analytical Ability

Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required.

**What’s in it for you**

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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**What you need to know**

You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments**

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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**About us**

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establish