Senior Analyst, Accounting and Financial Reporting

Job description

Who We Are Fiera Capital is a global independent asset manager with an entrepreneurial culture and a clear vision: to deliver disciplined, high-conviction investment solutions that create lasting value for our clients. From our Canadian roots to a global firm, we are defined by deep investment expertise, an ownership mindset, and enduring client partnerships. Our actions are guided by our core values: we lead with integrity, think critically, act decisively, innovate with purpose, collaborate with intent, and adapt with agility. We are committed to building a purpose-driven, performance-oriented culture where our employees are supported to grow, contribute, and excel. What we are looking for: Under the supervision of the VP, Finance and Controller, the Senior Analyst will be part of a team within Fiera Capital Corporation (“FCC”) focused on the preparation of the annual and semi-annual financial statements of the FCC pooled funds as well as assist in the monthly corporate accounting close for the manager, FCC. This role will be exposed to a vast range of pooled funds with a multitude of strategies (fixed income, equity, alternative, etc.). In collaboration with members of his team, this role will participate in the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives on processes and business procedures. The position will be part of a dynamic finance team that is striving to implement industry’s best practices and drive continuous improvement across the organization. Your responsibilities: Participate in the planning and production of annual and semi-annual financial statements of the FCC Pooled Funds and assist in the month-end corporate accounting close for FCC including related financial analysis Create draft versions of financial statements using available content, templates and guidelines Manage relationship between third-party service providers and vendors to ensure execution of duties to the highest standard (auditors, translator, typesetting service provider, printer, Fund administrators) Develop and write new content when needed Proofread documents to ensure consistency of information and make corrections when needed Perform validation checks including variance analysis to detect potential errors Review documents for layout of text and graphics, and check for compositional errors Manage deadlines and monitor ongoing progress of the financial statement production, and address any production issues Compare original and translated documents to ensure accuracy Participate in various projects to optimize processes for Fiera funds Develop enhanced procedures for a growing global pooled vehicle business Must have requirements to be successful in this role: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration and/or related college degree 2-3 years of experience preparing and analyzing financial statements, corporate accounting and/or fund accounting Sound knowledge of IFRS and National Instrument 81-106 as it relates to accounting and financial reporting Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Meticulous, methodical and sharp sense of observation Autonomous, sense of organization and ability to prioritize Client-service oriented and team spirit Ability to work under pressure Fluently bilingual (English and French) both written and oral Experience in fund administration / fund accounting (an asset) CPA designation, or completed the examination requirements of CPA program (an asset) Additional Information: Our workplace model includes 4 days a week in the office, Monday through Thursday. #LI-Hybrid What we offer: At Fiera Capital, we believe in investing in our people. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy: Wellness Account to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Learning & Development support through reimbursement of eligible certifications and professional development programs. Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial value. Performance-Based Rewards through competitive bonus and commission opportunities. Telemedicine Access for convenient healthcare and mental health support. Summer Schedule Program offering additional flexibility, including reduced Friday hours during the summer month For roles based in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in spoken and written French is required. A working knowledge of English is also necessary to collaborate with our global teams and clients. At Fiera Capital, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can grow, contribute, and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment. All employment decisions, including hiring and promotions, are based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. To protect your information, please note that Fiera Capital uses a secure platform to collect sensitive information during the hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.