Business Development Bank of Canada

SENIOR ANALYST, LOAN ACCOUNTING

Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CPA designation required
  • 5+ years in accounting or financial analysis
  • Experience in financial institutions is a plus
  • Familiarity with SQL, Power BI, and AI tools is advantageous
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems

Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly journal entries per IFRS guidelines
  • Conduct month-end reconciliations and analyze variances
  • Serve as main contact for the Co-Lending Program
  • Draft notes for financial statements and MD&A highlights
  • Produce quarterly analytical reviews and internal reports
  • Answer inquiries from Government Relations and auditors
  • Implement improvements to accounting processes using AI tools

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive of technological adoption
  • Involvement in impactful financial reporting
Full Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Analyst, Loan Accounting, contributes to the production of financial information related to the loan portfolio and indirect initiatives. He/she prepares journal entries, daily, monthly and quarterly analyses, reports and notes to the financial statements. He/she ensures the accuracy, integrity and quality of the data while resolving variances.

He/she must have strong analytical skills and be able to process large volumes of data, demonstrate rigour, judgment and autonomy, and establish effective collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

  • Prepare monthly journal entries related to various loan operations, in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), with rigour and within tight deadlines.
  • Prepare month-end reconciliations to ensure that the various systems are aligned, then analyze and promptly resolve any variances identified.
  • Play a key role in the Co-Lending Program and act as the main point of contact to ensure the timely transmission of accurate and consistent information from financial institutions.
  • Prepare notes to the quarterly and annual financial statements, as well as key highlights intended for the MD&A on indirect initiatives, within tight deadlines. Ensure the reliability of the financial information produced and its compliance with IFRS.
  • Produce the quarterly analytical review.
  • Prepare monthly reports for various internal clients to support decision-making.
  • Prepare monthly reports for external partners, with a strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • Prepare responses to requests from Government Relations and Statistics Canada.
  • Identify, recommend and implement improvements to operational processes using AI tools to increase efficiency.
  • Prepare, maintain and evolve rigorous documentation as well as robust loan accounting processes, and recommend improvements as needed.
  • Respond to ad hoc requests from internal clients regarding loan accounting treatments and processes.
  • Respond to requests from internal and external auditors.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • CPA designation
  • Minimum of five years of relevant experience in accounting, financial analysis or a similar role
  • Experience in a financial institution is an asset
  • Knowledge of SQL, Power BI and artificial intelligence tools is an asset
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, policies and practices
  • Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, autonomy and attention to detail
  • Ability to organize and interpret data to produce information that is clear, reliable and useful for decision-making
  • Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel, PowerPoint, SQL and Power BI
  • Ability to learn new financial systems and willingness to adopt AI and automation solutions
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent administrative skills and strong organizational sense
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in both official languages

About Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is a federal Crown corporation that provides financing, advisory services, and capital to Canadian businesses. The bank was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. BDC offers a range of financial services, including loans, venture capital, and consulting services. The bank focuses on small and medium-sized businesses, and has a particular emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs and startups. BDC has offices across Canada and works with businesses in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and services.
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