Analyst, Settlements and Pension Fund Analytics (Ottawa)

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal corporation in Ottawa is seeking an Analyst for Settlements and Pension Fund Analytics. This temporary role involves processing and analyzing settlement transactions, ensuring trade settlements, and managing regulatory compliance. Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in business administration or finance and have at least one year of experience in financial analysis. This position offers a competitive salary between $60,871 and $76,089 based on experience.

Benefits

Annual individual performance bonus

Support for personal and professional growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in financial analysis focused on capital markets.
• Broad knowledge of corporate accounting policies, particularly related to responsibilities.
• Understanding of the Canadian financial system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cash management analysis for the Pension Fund.
• Ensure timely settlement of trades across asset classes.
• Reconcile discrepancies between trade confirmations and internal records.
• Coordinate with custodians and brokers to resolve settlement issues.
• Monitor settlement activities to avoid failed trades.
• Prepare settlement reports for compliance.
• Manage cash and securities movement according to trade instructions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Understanding of financial markets

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in business administration or finance

Job description

Analyst, Settlements and Pension Fund Analytics (Ottawa)

Job Requisition ID: 11600

Position Status:Temporary Full Time

Position Type:Hybrid

Travel Requirement:Travel not required

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak):ZZZ

Security Requirement:Reliability Status

Salary:Our salaries generally range from $60871.49to $76089.36and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the Chief Financial Officer Team, in the Analyst, Settlements and Pension Fund Analytics position. In this role you will process, analyze, and maintain settlement transactions, and/or accounts payable and/or accounts receivable. You will ensure accurate timely trade settlements across asset classes, handling discrepancies and coordinating with brokers and custodians. The role supports regulatory compliance, manages operational risks, and drives process improvements to enhance settlement efficiency and accuracy.

This is a temporary position of a duration of 13 months.

Due to operational requirements, the incumbent will need to be available to start from 7:30 A.M. EST, Monday to Friday.

What you’ll do:

• Conduct the cash management analysis for the Pension Fund and recommends whether assets need to be bought or sold.
• Ensure timely and accurate settlement of trades across various asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives).
• Reconcile discrepancies between trade confirmations, broker statements, and internal records.
• Coordinate with custodians, brokers, and clearing houses to resolve trade breaks and settlement issues.
• Monitor settlement activities to ensure adherence to market deadlines and avoid failed trades.
• Prepare and review settlement reports to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal guidelines.
• Support regulatory and audit requirements by providing settlement-related data and documentation.
• Manage cash and securities movement in line with trade and settlement instructions.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree or college diploma in business administration, finance and economics with a concentration in finance/accounting.
• A minimum of one year experience in financial analysis focussed on capital markets.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trade lifecycle, and settlement processes.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of corporate accounting policies, processes and systems, particularly as they relate to the areas of responsibility.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of financial and internal control frameworks, requirements, and procedures.

It would be great if you also had:

• An understanding of the Canadian financial system.
• Experience in the banking industry.
• Bilingualism (French and English).

Posting closing date:

Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

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