Global Trade Management team is looking for great talents to join their team. The successful candidate requires an in-depth background in Finance Operations processes and a high level of knowledge of cash and derivative products. This role supports the direct operation of the unit. It also participates in the production support and change management of various straight through processing and order management systems. From time to time this role could assume review responsibilities of other staff members’ work.
Who you’ll work with
This position reports to the Manager, Global Trade Management. This individual will collaborate with members of Investments and Technology as well as external stakeholders in the delivery of business as usual and projects, to meet the Plan's changing requirements.
Execute daily work within Finance Operations unit:
Complete individual/team’s critical priorities for the day including trade capture, confirmation, and settlement of cash and derivative products.
Participate in the production support of various processes and systems
Identify, analyze, respond to and resolve issues and problems
Demonstrate "Expert User" status in understanding department’s processes and systems and share knowledge with other team members
Assist the team with ad-hoc complex issues and training
Back up team members during absences
Verify information and uphold internal controls:
Ensure internal control standards are being met
Ensure completeness and accuracy of information
Check and reconcile information to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
Occasionally review files and information prepared by others
Ensure up to date documentation
Key contributor to projects for the unit under the guidance of the Manager:
Carry out key tasks of the projects
Liaise with other teams (IT, Investments, etc.) as needed
Direct activities and tasks related to system upgrades, new releases, and bug fixes
Contribute to identification and carrying out improvements for the unit, including assisting Manager to research, identify and document new markets, products, processes, or systems:
Assist in development/implementation of new processes/systems
Collaborate on recommendations for process changes and improvements
Direct initiatives to create efficiencies and effective day to day processes
Own components of change management or process improvements
Develop and implement tests plans
Service internal and external clients:
Provide information and services to internal and external clients
Respond to inquiries and requests from internal and external clients
Participate in development of new requirements or processes requested by clients
Deal with internal and external suppliers:
Collaborate with Technology, Investments, service providers, consultants and/or vendors in the delivery of solutions
Manage relationships to ensure high quality service by suppliers.
Request/provide information as needed to established suppliers
Represent OTPP in a professional manner
Relevant university degree (such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent relevant experience with Investment Finance processes
Strong knowledge of Derivatives products including knowledge of trade life cycle activities is an asset
Knowledge of global confirmation matching platforms is an asset
Proficient knowledge and experience working with Simcorp Dimension is an asset
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think through problems, assess a variety of
factors and recommend a solution
Excellent quantitative and computer skills (Excel, VBA, Python, PLSQL, Power BI, Power Automate, Copilot, etc.), including an understanding of database concepts
Good background skills and knowledge of accounting and reconciliation processes
Must be able to work to deadlines, adapt to a rapidly changing environment and sustain high productivity levels
Must be extremely detail oriented, organized and thorough
Self-starter, confident, innovative, team player
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Must be able to effectively deal with internal and external clients and suppliers
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Enrollment in the CFA, CPA program is an asset
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What we’re offering
Competitive compensation
Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working
Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis
At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.
How to apply
Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.
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