Senior Financial Analyst, Reporting & Controls

Come join Home Trust Company as a Senior Financial Analyst, Reporting & Controls in our Finance team!  

Home Trust Company has developed a track record of success as Canada’s leading alternative lender, employing nearly 800 people in our Toronto headquarters and branches across the country. Building on the demonstrated strength of its core residential mortgage lending business, the Company also offers complementary lending services, as well as highly competitive deposit investment products, through Oaken Financial. Our culture has been shaped by the passion and integrity of our people.  Home Trust is a private company. 

FIRST THING – WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?  
We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, passionate, and driven to execute with excellence! 

WE CARE ABOUT OUR EMPLOYEES WELL-BEING, WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Base salary, with yearly incentive performance bonus 

• Three (3) weeks of vacation, an additional six (6) flex days (sick or personal) in addition to statutory holidays 

• Comprehensive benefit packages, offered through Manulife  

• Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP) up to 8% contribution program & employer match 

• $1000 Employee Referral Program  

• Employee Discounts; phone plans, gym membership and many retailer discounts offered through WorkPerks 

• Education Assistance program 

ABOUT THE ROLE:  

This position is part of the team responsible for supporting the oversight and execution of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). The role contributes to the CEO/CFO certification process by assisting with the review of control documentation and testing results, supporting the planning and scoping of the testing cycle, and preparing recurring and ad hoc reports for Senior Management. The position also supports the execution of walkthroughs and testing for higher-risk components of financial processes, and assists in the development of remediation plans, impact analysis, and reporting to the Senior Executive team. While the primary focus is on supporting the ongoing operation of the ICFR program, the role also contributes to the continuous improvement of program elements by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and supporting the refinement of control documentation and testing practices.

In addition:  

• Support the ongoing execution and enhancement of the ICFR program by assisting with risk identification, process mapping, and control documentation.
• Conduct walkthroughs to assess and document the design effectiveness of key controls, with a focus on building business understanding from the ground up and refining the ICFR risk and control matrix.
• Perform testing of design and operating effectiveness for assigned key controls, ensuring accuracy and completeness of testing documentation.
• Analyze control deficiencies to identify root causes and support the development of practical remediation plans in collaboration with process owners.
• Prepare clear, objective, and well-structured reports summarizing testing results for line management, senior management, and the ICFR Committee.
• Assist the Senior Manager in maintaining and monitoring finance compliance processes, including tracking remediation activities and control updates.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of ICFR processes by supporting initiatives related to new systems, process enhancements, and improved documentation standards.
  
• Support the Office of the CFO group in executing key risk management activities, including Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), Business Process Mapping, and the Business Executive Risk Assessment Tool (BERAT).
• Assist in identifying and documenting operational and compliance risks, evaluating the effectiveness of related controls, and supporting enhancements where needed.
• Collaborate with Finance teams and second line functions (e.g., Operational Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit) to ensure alignment with enterprise risk frameworks and promote a strong risk culture.

WHAT WE REQUIRE: 

• Authorized to work in Canada 

• Great communication skills 
• Strong interpersonal relationship building and listening skills.
  

• University degree (preferably in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting)
• 3-6 years’ related experience in:
• Experience in CEO/CFO certification, SOX Compliance, Internal Audit, and/or External auditing is required
• Financial services industry (preferably deposit-taking institutions), as it relates to the key financial reporting risks and controls.
  
• Solid knowledge of MS Office, advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Familiarity with SAP, Workday, Power BI, OneStream preferred
  

PREREQUISITE: Maintain a positive supportive attitude, help to maintain an inclusive and supportive company culture! 

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