Accountant

Haventree Bank is a private Canadian Schedule 1 bank specializing in alternative mortgage programs and insured GIC deposits. We help hardworking Canadians from coast-to-coast achieve homeownership by offering flexible mortgage solutions. Our insured GIC deposits offer competitive rates and are available through a variety of wealth management platforms.

About Haventree Bank

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Haventree Bank (Haventree) is a mission driven alternative mortgage lender. The name Haventree is representative of the bank’s mission to help its customers find a place of refuge and to lay down new roots for the future. Haventree exists to be a catalyst of financial security and upward mobility for Canadians who are underserved by the traditional financial system.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Finance Operations, the Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting and finance operations.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger in compliance with IFRS reporting standards.
• Facilitate wire transfers and EFT payment processing and assist with cheque deposit activities.
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank accounts and weekly GL reconciliation.
• Prepare and submit monthly regulatory filings to OSFI.
• Analyze and report on monthly bank fees.
• Prepare broker compensation reports, coordinate payment remittances, and manage the commission mailbox while maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide cross‑functional support and backup coverage for team members as required.
• Assist with month‑end close activities, including booking employee expense accruals, year‑end audits, and quarterly reviews.
• Support internal and external stakeholders by preparing information and analysis for ad‑hoc requests.
• Administer the travel and expense management system, including employee onboarding and offboarding, user access management, expense report processing, corporate credit card administration, user training, troubleshooting, and ongoing employee support.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree, Diplomas & Certifications

• The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business and/or equivalent work experience.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.

Years and Range of Experience Required to Perform the Job

• The position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience including superior Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to learn quickly and to work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and Alteryx is an asset.
• The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills and exceptional organization and time management skills.

Other Major Evaluation Factors For The Job

• The position solves routine problems based on procedures and standard accounting.

Internal Contacts

• Communicates with departments to expenses are booked in accordance with company policies.

External Contacts

• External auditors
• Partner banks
• Brokers

Accommodation & Equal Opportunity Statement

Haventree Bank is committed to providing accommodation when needed. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Haventree Bank embraces equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment and selection process by contacting [email protected].

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