Join a Challenger
At EQB, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
What's kept us moving? The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
As part of a growing and dynamic Accounting team, the Intermediate Accountant, reporting to Sr. Manager, Accounting, will be responsible for providing support to the finance function by validating GL numbers, reconciling the General Ledger with Sub-Ledgers, performing Bank Reconciliations, strengthening processes and controls, compiling reports, and providing in-depth analyses. Assistance in developing Accounting Product Plans and providing support for existing and ongoing projects.
- Performing Bank reconciliations on a regular basis
- Validating GL balances by performing reconciliations between GL (SIT) and sub-ledgers. Following up with respective business units for clearance of reconciling balances and suggesting an appropriate course of action.
- Assist the accounting team in Investments accounting.
- Performing income and expense analyses and investigating reasons for variances on a periodic basis.
- Timely preparation of schedules and monthly deliverables with utmost vigilance and accuracy for review by Sr. Manager, Accounting.
- Recommending appropriate GLs and ensuring they have been adequately and correctly mapped.
- Development and maintenance of accounting product plans and procedure manuals.
- Respond to ad hoc requests as required with a high degree of flexibility and attention to detail
- Reporting requests may require the candidate to collect, consolidate and analyze financial data derived from various sources
- The candidate may be required to assist in other areas of the Accounting and Finance department and other business units as needs arise
- Structure and regularly update key processes and develop relevant documentation with a view to enhance efficiencies and manage risk
- Log issues as soon as they are identified and work with concerned stakeholders to raise the issues and resolve them promptly.
- Providing support to Sr. Manager Accounting for auditor requirements.
- Degree in Accounting or Finance and working towards an Accounting designation
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in an accounting function
- Working knowledge of reconciling accounts is required
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel
- Quick in learning and getting acquainted with new software and processes
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail and well organized
- Possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong time management skills to meet tight deadlines
- Should be able to work in a team setting and will work closely with other organizational managers to support their projects
- Proven ability to work under pressure and independently with high degree of accuracy
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities (multi-tasking)
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
\uD83D\uDCB0 Competitive discretionary bonus
✨ Market leading RRSP match program
\uD83E\uDE7A Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
\uD83D\uDCDD Employee Share Purchase Plan
\uD83D\uDC76\uD83C\uDFFD Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
\uD83C\uDFDD Generous vacation policy and personal days
\uD83D\uDDA5 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
\uD83C\uDF93 Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
\uD83D\uDC9B A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.
EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.
