Currency Hedge Oversight Sr Analyst

Fidelity Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity Canada is seeking an Investment Fund Oversight Senior to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial operations within its treasury functions. The role involves managing foreign exchange setups, oversight of derivatives, and maintaining strong relationships with custodial teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the investment sector, a keen eye for detail, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time position with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the financial industry required.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian and global investment industry required.
• Accounting designation (CPA) or CFA status is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational integrity of passive currency overlay program.
• Manage foreign exchange onboarding and monitor related trade operations.
• Prepare scorecard materials and ensure timely communication of operational initiatives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Data manipulation

Process efficiency

Education

University Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Invest one accounting system

Job description

Job Description Investment Fund Oversight Senior

Please note:

• Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.
• This is a full-time regular role.
• You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

About Us:

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

The Opportunity:

The Fund Treasurer’s Office represents the interests of investors, overseeing financial and operational matters that affect the funds and their investors. The Investment Fund Oversight Senior (Business Title: “Fund Treasury Analyst Senior”) main responsibilities include overseeing the operational integrity and accuracy of the passive currency overlay program (“passive hedging”) with our external sub-advisor; onboarding and ongoing support for the funds’ foreign exchange setup and accuracy in pricing/execution, overseeing the Custodian and various global middle office teams for trade related matters and derivatives from a setup/settlement. The Analyst will oversee certain oversight controls and/or review documentation ensuring third party services and deliverables are met and within established guidelines and service level agreements requirements. The Analyst will work closely with the, Managers and Directors in the continual assessment of the oversight model and provide feedback to enhance its overall effectiveness.

What You Will Do:

• Provide oversight and support of FIC passive currency overlay program i.e. daily reviews of systematic hedge exposures, pre/post compliance checks and attribution monitoring, alongside vendor oversight including due diligence reviews and report publication to Fund Boards and senior management.
• Maintain effective and positive relationships with the service delivery teams, sub-advisor and Custodian Bank.
• Responsible for fund foreign exchange onboarding and setup, as well as monitoring Custodian and other middle office groups for timely and accurate foreign exchange, including troubleshooting incidents and errors.
• Responsible for ownership of fund board policies, including assisting the manager in compiling board materials, metrics and renewing board policies.
• Participate and represent the Fund Treasurer’s Office in various fund vendor relationship meetings - which extends to Fidelity related entities and Fund Custodian.
• Act as Fund Treasurer's Office point of contact for other departments for various issues relating to the hedging and foreign exchange related matters.
• Responsible for ensuring meaningful and timely communication of initiatives or findings to the attention of the FTO and impacted business partners
• Provide operational expertise on several aspects of the fund launch process such as the role of foreign exchange setup.
• Provide ongoing oversight of the derivatives and trade operations teams to ensure appropriate implementation for the FIC funds.
• Support the preparation of scorecard materials on related oversight activities. Provide explanations and/or remediation plans for any metrics which fall below established thresholds.
• Respond and provide direction to Fund Administrators on operational design or workflow matters.
• Complete daily oversight checks with an eye for continuous improvement.
• Provide coverage for the Treasury Managers relating to their day-to-day responsibilities.
• Participate in ongoing due diligence of third-party service providers and provide support in the preparation of the questionnaire, meeting materials and the final summary reports to the various committees.

• Assist in the preparation of presentation materials for external committees and boards.
• Act as a backup in the absence of other analysts, performing coverage over the required oversight functions.

What We’re Looking For:

Education:

• University Degree, preferably with a focus on Finance or Accounting, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• 3-5 Years of experience in the financial industry required.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian and global investment industry, including NI 81-102 and NI 81-106 required.
• Knowledge of fund accounting, pricing, custody and the operational aspects of investment funds including alternative investment funds required.

Specific Certifications:

• Accounting designation(CPA) or equivalent is an asset
• In possession of, or working toward (CFA) is an asset

Expertise Your Bring:

• You are a highly driven professional with a keen eye for detail
• You are proactive and continuously assess your surroundings to identify issues and areas where modifications to existing processes might be recommended or required
• You are an exceptional communicator who excels at communicating difficult information in the simplest of terms possible
• You excel at presenting information to Senior Leaders and Boards/ Committees both orally and through written presentations
• You are a team player who is able to find common ground and find solutions that are in the best interest of Fidelity and our investors.
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data using excel
• You are motivated by collaboration, process efficiency and commitment to excellence.
• Experience constructing control and effective oversight processes for new alternative products
• Experience using the Invest one accounting system
• Understand unit holders system and processes as it relates to fund accounting

I nternal applicants should submit their application by 6:59 PM on July 15, 2025.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] .

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

• Canada's Top 100 Employers
o Greater Toronto's Top Employers
o Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canada's Top Employers for Young People

• Great Place To Work Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Today's Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada

• Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
o HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
• Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
• Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
• TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
• Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team