Analyst, Audit Confirmations (6-Month Contract)

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking an Analyst for Audit Confirmations. This role involves processing audit requests, ensuring accuracy, and communicating effectively with clients. Ideal candidates will have relevant customer service experience and a finance or accounting degree. You will work in a dynamic standard office environment, often under tight deadlines.

Benefits

Flexibility in benefits

Inclusive work environment

Holistic well-being programs

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of customer service experience required.
• Ability to translate business language into technical terminology.
• Strong office application skills in MS Outlook, Excel, Word.

Responsibilities

• Process audit requests from external auditors accurately.
• Assist with internal and external audits coordination.
• Ensure timely response to auditors and clients.

Skills

Customer service experience

Understanding business language

Office application skills

Understanding data protection

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Title: Analyst, Audit Confirmations (6-Month Contract)

Requisition ID: 242278

Roynat Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of Scotiabank, is a national lender and investor with expertise in providing innovative long‑term capital solutions for mid‑sized companies utilizing senior term, subordinated debt, as well as mezzanine capital and common share equity. We provide tailored solutions to clients for acquisitions, business expansions, wealth monetization, and working capital enhancement. With a national presence in Canada in major markets, Roynat assists growth‑oriented companies in reaching their goals across a wide range of industries.

Purpose

The Analyst, Audit Confirmations is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of audit requests received from external auditors. They must interpret the requests to ensure all required information is present and is coming from the appropriate individuals with authorized signatures. The analyst must identify and elevate potential risks to senior management. Knowledge of the products and systems related to the information being requested is imperative due to tight deadlines that must be met frequently.

Responsibilities

• Collect and accept requests from external auditors via email or through “Confirmation.com” and record them in an access‑type database for tracking purposes.
• Forward requests with financial information to various business lines within GWO, follow up on these requests, and respond to auditors, internal and external clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Assist with the coordination of all internal and external audits within the GWO reconciliation teams.
• Ensure that all information requested is reviewed for accuracy, follow up on any discrepancies or escalations, and return requested information to the requestor within prescribed timelines.
• Prepare reports such as daily stats, allocations, aging reports, etc.
• Moderate start‑of‑day daily team huddles, on a rotational basis, to discuss the day’s volumes, allocations, and any issues.
• Follow up and provide frequent updates to business lines, clients, and auditors upon request via email and/or online calls.
• Assemble metrics for management to track incoming and outgoing audit confirmation requests.
• Understand departmental and client needs while collaborating with business partners to build strong relationships and encourage positive experiences.
• Provide training, backup, and assistance for all new team members.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of customer service experience.
• Ability to understand business language and translate into technical terminology.
• Strong office application skills – MS Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.
• Clear understanding of clients’ financial information security and data protection.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in managing high volumes, escalations, and urgent queries.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline.

Work Arrangement

• Work in a standard office‑based environment.
• Non‑standard hours are common, especially during peak times (November to April).

Interested?

At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and embraced for their differences. We work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance‑oriented culture.

Benefits

Scotiabank focuses on holistic well‑being with flexible benefit programs designed to support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know; we will work with you to provide a seamless experience.