Royal Bank of Canada

Hedge Accounting Analyst

Royal Bank of Canada$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting roles
  • Strong knowledge of financial instruments and hedge accounting
  • Proficient in financial and regulatory reporting standards
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in operational workflows and process improvement
  • Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data
  • Technical competence in relevant accounting standards

Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate financial and regulatory reporting for Wholesale Finance results
  • Manage end-to-end hedge accounting workflows and system operations
  • Prepare and validate daily inception documentation including effectiveness testing
  • Identify and assist with system and process enhancements
  • Ensure proper capturing of new hedges and transactions in financial reporting systems
  • Ensure compliance with SOX and RBC documentation requirements
  • Participate in ad-hoc projects as assigned by the reporting manager

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits
  • Leadership support for career development
  • Opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team
  • Access to a world-class training program in financial services
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Challenging work opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The Hedge Accounting Analyst will be responsible to manage the financial control responsibilities in the Enterprise Hedge Accounting Team under CFO Finance group with the objective of delivering timely, accurate and reliable financial information and working on the reporting and production aspects of RBC's Net Investment, Cash Flow & Fair Value hedge accounting programs thereby helping the bank mitigate its interest rate & FX risk.

What will you do?

  • Ensure the provision of accurate and complete Financial and Regulatory Reporting for Wholesale Finance results.


  • Manage end-to-end hedge accounting workflows and system operations


  • Prepare daily inception documentation through validating transaction details; performing effectiveness testing and monitoring counterparty credit risk


  • Identify and assist in system and process enhancement initiatives


  • Responsible to ensure new hedges, products and transactions are appropriately captured in RBC Financial Reporting Systems, including the appropriate use of GLs and Financial Statement reporting lines.


  • Ensure SOX and RBC EUC documentation compliance and completeness including new controls/ process.


  • Participate in ad-hoc projects as directed by reporting manager.


  • Ensure accurate external reporting, including FS, note disclosures, regulatory reporting & management reporting.


  • Maintenance of the monthly review program to ensure financial controls are in place and the appropriate reconciliations are completed. Ensure that global policies and procedures are adhered to by all stakeholders, including Product Control, Operations, and Head Office Statutory & Regulatory Reporting to ensure consistency and adequacy of reconciliations.


  • Assist in the investigation of all financial and regulatory reporting matters. Maintain technical knowledge and keep abreast of all new accounting developments including hedge accounting changes.


  • Support the operational execution and implementation of new accounting standards, including IBOR Reform. Assess related financial reporting impact, coordinate and execute implementation plan.


What you need to succeed?

Must Have

  • Knowledge of complex financial instruments and transactions, together with a willingness and interest in developing that knowledge.


  • Highly developed communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills are considered necessary for the success of this role. Strong financial, analytical, judgmental and conceptual skills.


  • Ability to manage operations workflows and process improvement experience


  • Excellent presentation and report writing skills.


  • Strong team skills and work ethic.


  • Hedge accounting knowledge is an asset.


  • Technical competence in relevant financial and statutory accounting standards


Nice to Have

  • Strong knowledge of the RBC financial systems


  • Accounting designation or CFA


What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • A world-class training program in financial services
  • Flexible work/life balance options
  • Opportunities to do challenging work


Job Skills
Accounting, Business Mathematics, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting and Analysis, Group Problem Solving, Oral Communications, Results-Oriented, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

Address:

ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO

City:

Toronto

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

OFFICE OF THE CFO

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-08-07

Application Deadline:

2026-08-31
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

About Royal Bank of Canada

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At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

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