Manager, Financial Reporting

A Wealth of Opportunity awaits you at DundeeWealth

As the successful candidate you will have the opportunity to…

·          Reporting directly to the Senior Managers, you will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and well respected mutual fund financial reporting team that works closely with multiple areas of the company.

·          Be given the opportunity to make a difference and take ownership in a role that allows your efforts to be recognized and awarded.

Key Responsibilities:

·          Responsible for all aspects of the internal and external reporting of financial information for the investment fund products (the "Funds”) for the Dynamic and Scotia brands;

·          Responsible for the preparation, coordination, production and review of the financial statement and MRFP production process (quarter/semi/annual) and ensures that all regulatory reporting requirements are met;

·          Ensures appropriate disclosure per regulations (e.g. CICA, IFIC, OSC) including disclosure requirements for new products, changes in accounting policies and changes in GAAP;

·          Coordinates and training of staff  resources with Fund Accounting to ensure that financial statements production process completed and filed in an accurate and timely manner;

·          Coordinates with auditors in regards to audit planning, ensuring audit queries are dealt with by staff;

·          Liaise with appropriate groups on new fund launches to ensure coordination with auditors for completion of all related audit documentation;

·          Reviews initial and prospectus renewals for reasonability and appropriateness of information;

·          Responsible for the review of fund expenses, fund budget, MER and absorption calculations to ensure appropriately calculated and any issues highlighted/resolved;

·          Participates & delegates on special projects as required providing input on financial reporting, fund fact sheet, prospectus renewals, new fund launches, etc;

·          Identifies internal control and systems improvements and implements process and procedure changes;

·          Interacts with senior management, other departments and various external parties providing information as required;

·          Keeping up to date on new developments within the company and industry.

Skills and Experience:

·          University Degree with a professional accounting designation;

·          CA, CGA, CMA designation;

·          Minimum 3 years of related experience in the mutual fund industry Experience in a supervisory / managerial role is an asset;

·          Proficient in MS Office (Excel & Access);

·          Experience working within a team environment;

·          Strong interpersonal skills allowing effective interaction with senior management and team members;

·          Highly self-motivated with strong time-management abilities;

·          Strong analytical and problem resolution skills;

·          Self starter (initiative, ability to work productively without supervision);

·          Good written and verbal communication skills;

·          Easy to work with and energetic;

·          Experience presenting material to senior management;

·          Ability to lead high volume, time sensitive projects;

·          Demonstrated leadership and team management skills; and

·          Ability to motivate, train, and evaluate staff.