Associate, Mutual Funds & GICs

CGC Canaccord Genuity Corp.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Canaccord Genuity Corp. in Vancouver is seeking an Associate to join the Mutual Funds & GICs team on a full-time basis. You will handle daily mutual fund and GIC transactions and coordinate with portfolio managers, investment advisors and fund manufacturers.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with FundSERV is an asset; proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

Qualifications

• 5 years of finance or accounting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to learn quickly, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Dataphile and FundSERV is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Execute mutual fund and GIC transactions with a high level of accuracy.
• Analyze mutual fund order rejections and communicate back to investment advisors and fund manufacturers.
• Initiate trade confirmation and wire payment instructions to GIC issuers.
• Reconcile and maintain client accounts to match fund manufacturer and GIC issuer records.
• Manage accounts payable for the department.
• Process mutual fund commissions and trailer fees; monitor fund disclosure document delivery failures.
• Administer non-financial changes.
• Assist with other department functions as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Work under pressure

Learn quickly

Tools

Dataphile

FundSERV

Job description

Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000

Who we are:

Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets. Our success is built on deep sector expertise, strong relationships, and a commitment to delivering value across our business - for clients, colleagues, partners, and stakeholders. We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions. We pride ourselves on understanding the people and markets we serve, and bringing thoughtful and innovative, solutions to our work. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture will challenge you to learn and grow every day. We value great work and are looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make an impact through innovative ideas, sound judgement and industry leading best practices. Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help contribute to the work that drives our business forward. At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodation throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.

Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking for an Associate to join our Mutual Funds & GICs team on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Manager, Mutual Funds & GICs, the Associate is responsible for handling daily mutual fund and GIC transactions as well as effectively communicating with portfolio managers, investment advisors and fund manufacturers.

Responsibilities:

• Execute mutual fund and GIC transactions with a high level of accuracy
• Analyze mutual fund order rejections and communicate back to investment advisors and fund manufacturers
• Initiate trade confirmation and wire payment instructions to GIC issuers
• Reconcile and maintain client accounts to match fund manufacturer and GIC issuer records
• Manage accounts payable for the department
• Process mutual fund commissions and trailer fees Monitor fund disclosure document delivery failures
• Administer non-financial changes
• Assist with other department functions as required

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5 years of previous experience in a finance or accountancy role preferred
• Very strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to learn quickly, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with Dataphile and FundSERV an asset. #LI-SK1 #LI-Onsite #INDHP

All applications will be held in strict confidence. In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Through its principal subsidiaries, Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (“Company”) is a leading independent, full-services financial firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry: wealth management and capital markets Since its establishment in 1950, the Company has been driven by an unwavering commitment to building lasting client relationships. We achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional and corporate clients through comprehensive investment solutions, brokerage services and investment banking services. The Company has Wealth Management offices located in Canada, the UK, Guernsey, Jersey, the Isle of Man and Australia. Canaccord Genuity, the international capital markets division, operates in North America, UK & Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East.