Intermediate Accounting Analyst, Field Accounting

Requisition ID: 238276

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

**Intermediate Accounting Analyst, Field Accounting & Operations, Canadian Business Banking (Toronto or Ottawa)**

**Purpose**

The Intermediate Accounting Analyst is responsible for providing administrative and accounting support activities pertaining to the client portfolios of District Offices and providing assistance to the Manager Field Operations. The Accounting Analyst requires a solid knowledge of guidelines for Term Financing, Leasing and other Non-term account administration matters. You will maintain current and complete database records for client/account arrangements and authorization, controls all changes and set-up of client information, does a variety of input transactions, checks and balances, and maintains specific accounting systems in conformity to Roynat standards and procedures.

The Intermediate Accounting Analyst is expected to provide guidance to Field Accounting Officers and other Roynat Field offices who rely on the Field Accounting department for administrative support.

**Bilingual French/English is a requirement for this position.**

**Accountabilities**:
Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.

Provide accurate and timely administrative support to District Offices for accounting responsibilities by:

- verifying the accuracy, completeness and authorization of transactions as recorded by others;
- performing billing, month-end and late payment processes while observing deadlines and timelines;
- maintaining a high level of processing accuracy in the inputting of all loan conditions and instructions as per Input Sheet provided by the District Offices completing the necessary financial information to all sections and screens of the Portfolio Accounting System for Term, Equity and Leasing Products (performing or non-performing as the case maybe).
- processing basic to more complex administrative type amendments, balloon renewals, etc., as instructed by District Offices and maintaining all systems accurately for the client database files;
- processing Disbursements and Payables on instruction of District Directors and Field Office’s staff with required approvals by wire transfer using Scotiabank online system less any adjustments, (deduction of standby fees, accrued interest, fees, etc.)
- processing deposit blotters and correctly allocating payments received and updating client’s accounts;
- providing and verifying loan payout and default figures to District Offices with principal, interest, fees, charges and daily accrual using client database files;
- processing and verifying Account Payable and Receivables pertaining to client’s accounts;
- accurately preparing and verifying Audit Confirmations and distributing as required in a timely manner.

Assist in the regular and periodic administration services provided by the Field Accounting Department by:

- assisting with the implementation of changes to procedures and accounting systems through testing;
- maintaining a thorough knowledge of all approved operating procedures in relation to the processing of accounting transactions, Term, Leasing, Non-term, and Non-Performing loans and investments;
- accurately processing and administering special loans as scheduled and documented. Posting and maintaining Sub Ledger and General Ledger transactions, rate conversion, Non-Performing loans/investments, reversal of G/L, posting Write-off reserves, PAPs, etc;
- preparing/checking/coordinating accounting reports and reconciliation as assigned by the Field Accounting Manager: collect data, prepare reports manually and/or by PC generated information within the guidelines established and verifying accuracy of information prior to distribution;
- preparing writings, drafting replies and covering memos to routine correspondence for a wide range of general credit administration matters including preparation and completion of attachments, forms, reports and spreadsheets, etc;
- from time to time will be asked to approve and send outgoing wires for both Field Accounting and ABL Teams using Scotiabank system.

**Provide excellent customer service meeting Scotiabank standards by**:

- Maintaining the confidentiality of client information;
- Answering incoming calls in a prompt and professional manner, responding to general inquiries based on the incumbents’ knowledge of Roynat’s accounting requirements;
- training new staff and assisting with the training of existing Accounting staff in new procedures and all aspects of work as required;
- Being courteous and responsive in all interactions with clients, contacts and Roynat staff.

Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.

Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accor