Accounting Technician

Permanent Full Time

Investment Planning Counsel (IPC) is one of Canada's leading independent wealth management firms. We are a diverse group of people all driven towards one goal: helping our advisors build a better business through a remarkable client experience.

In November 2023, Canada Life acquired IPC. Canada Life is a member of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies and serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States.

With the acquisition, IPC and Canada Life's existing wealth platforms create one of Canada's leading wealth providers.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager Accounting, IPC, the Accounting Technician operates in a fast-paced environment with ties to Wealth Operations and responsible for the reconciliation of Canadian and USD trust accounts and daily wire process. As a member of the Accounting Team, the Accounting Technician role requires knowledge of the Mutual Fund industry, an understanding of Quadrus Policies and Procedures and a background in Finance / Accounting. The incumbent must be able to work well independently with limited direction, as well as in a close-knit team environment.

What you will do

• Processing daily Quadrus EFT rejects & return entries for SEG and Mutual plans
• Managing the daily QDS process ensuring accuracy and completeness of net deposit.
• Corresponding with Quadrus Trust and Settlement / Client Cash Management for investigation and resolution of issues with daily QDS and trust account reconciliations
• Processing daily bank transfers and allocation of funds
• Managing the Quadrus daily wire processes ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Daily reconciliation of 6 Quadrus Trust bank accounts escalating issues/outages as required
• Daily review of bank account statements
• Provide backup for other team members as required

What you will bring

• Understanding of the Mutual Fund and Segregated Fund Industries
• Post-secondary education, preferably with a background in Finance or Accounting
• Familiarity with MFDA rules and regulations
• Preference will be given to candidates with working knowledge of Quadrus' business processes
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to successfully meet multiple daily deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to recognize when to escalate issues
• Professional and approachable with an emphasis on collaborative working relationships

The base salary for this position is between $40,400 - $ 54,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.