Job description
Join a Challenger
Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.
How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisitive and agile challengers that break through the status quo. So, if you’re passionate about redefining the future of banking—while having fun—this could be your next big opportunity.
Our company continues to grow, and today we serve more than 670,000 people across Canada through Equitable Bank, Canada’s Challenger Bank™, and have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Bank’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Concentra Bank, supports credit unions across Canada that serve more than six million members. Together we have over $125 billion in combined assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people’s lives. Our customers have named our EQ Bank digital platform (eqbank.ca) one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes World’s Best Banks list since 2021.
The Work
The Securitization Analyst will be responsible for assisting with the effective and efficient administration and reporting of the Bank’s securitization programs. Responsibilities will include assisting with the execution of new securitization issuances and ongoing administration, preparing monthly investor reports, accounting, and financial analysis. This role requires the individual to possess well developed interpersonal and communication skills. The role will require comprehensive skills to interpret and analyze financial data.
The Securitization Analyst will work closely with internal and external stakeholders including the Bank’s Accounting group, Capital Markets and Treasury departments, CMHC, Computershare, strategic business partners, third party service providers, and the Bank’s external auditors. Strong organization and multi-tasking skills are a must. The individual should be able to work independently, take initiative, and have good attention to detail.
The core parts of your role would be to:
- The main activities of this position will be focused around the administration, accounting, reporting, and financial analysis of the Bank’s securitization activities.
- Accounting for the issue and settlement of new NHA MBS pools.
- Prepare monthly investor reporting such as CMHC 2840’s and payments to the Central Payor and Transfer Agent (CPTA)
- Develop an understanding of and adhere to the Bank’s policies and procedures as it relates to compliance with CMHC’s NHA MBS and CMB Guidelines
- Develop an understanding of securitization profit calculations and accounting. Follow established accounting practices to ensure that the financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the securitization business in accordance with accounting standards.
- Key contributor to the financial statement close process through the preparation of monthly accounting schedules
- Assist in the preparation of month-over-month variance analysis in financial results and program profitability
- Respond to accounting inquiries, providing ad hoc analysis for use in management decisions
- Support compliance interactions with government agencies and external auditors, including reviews, audits and other communications
- Support new securitization initiatives by working closely with Capital Markets and other relevant stakeholders
- Interact with other departments and external stakeholders
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist in the implementation of recommended changes
Internal interactions may include but are not limited to:
- Accounting group
- Capital Markets
- Treasury
- Prime Single Family and Commercial Lending
- Compliance and Internal Audit
- IT, BA and Project Management
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Operations
External interactions may include but are not limited to:
- Strategic partners and service providers
- CMHC
- Computershare
- External auditors
- CDS
Let’s Talk About You!
- Formal Education
- University/College undergraduate degree in Business Administration/Commerce; Accounting focus preferred
- Pursuing professional designation in Accounting (CPA)
Related Experience
- A minimum of 3 -5 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting at a financial institution
- Knowledge of/experience with CMHC sponsored NHA MBS and CMB securitization programs would be an asset
- Strong technical aptitude, with an understanding of cash flow modeling
- The ability to work independently and engage across the organization
- Experience with the execution of complex financial reporting requirements, preferably securitization related
- Experience in the mortgage industry and securitization preferred
- Experience with data management and reporting systems
- Experience in process development and controls management
Specific Attributes
- Possesses strong analytical abilities and very detailed oriented
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to build solid relationships with other members of Finance department, business unit representatives, and internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, competing priorities and meet tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment
- Independent thinker and self-starter who will be able to work independently and exercise good professional judgment
- Ability to identify and drive process improvements, maintaining a strict control environment
- Proficient computer skills (advanced Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and accounting systems)
Job Complexities/Thinking Challenges:
- The ability to learn quickly and develop knowledge and understanding of mortgage securitization through the CMHC NHA MBS and CMB programs.
- The Securitization Analyst is expected to develop a strong understanding of the Bank’s various other securitization operations and accounting.
- The Securitization Analyst must gain an understanding of complex and nuanced transactions.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and provide thoughtful insights.
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
💰 Competitive discretionary bonus
✨ Market leading RRSP match program
🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
📝 Employee Share Purchase Plan
👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
🏝 Generous vacation policy and personal days
🖥 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
🎓 Annual professional development allowance and a comprehensive Career Development program
💛 A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from Equitable Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.
Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyone’s diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment, we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path, but personally as well.
We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and beyond. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
