Accounting Analyst (4-Month Contract)

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries in PeopleSoft and Scotiabank General Ledger systems; process NB250A transactions and associated entries.
• Process wire payments and fund accounts through FFT Terminal.
• Reconcile control accounts daily and investigate outstanding items.
• Process invoices and US/CAD250A transactions and respond to related inquiries from business partners and offshore teams.
• Complete monthly charge-outs, cost recoveries, accounts receivable reconciliations, and prepaid-account amortization entries.
• Create Zero Dollar Vouchers in PeopleSoft 9.2 for account reclassifications and receivables recoveries.
• Clear bank reconciliation items and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate across the Bank to support accurate reporting and operations.
• Apply risk appetite and culture; maintain controls and comply with operational, regulatory, AML/ATF, sanctions, and conduct-risk requirements.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Experience processing payments, invoices, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• PeopleSoft PS8.9 and/or PS9.2 experience is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work effectively across teams.
• Commitment to operational excellence, risk management, and compliance.

Benefits and culture

• The posting describes professional development, competitive rewards, vacation and leave, benefits, inclusion initiatives, and accessibility accommodations.