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Senior Finance Analyst

AT TD Bank
TD Bank

Senior Finance Analyst

New York, NY

Work Location:
New York, New York, United States of America

Hours:
40

Line of Business:
TD Securities

Pay Detail:
$115,000 - $140,000 USD

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Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications:

TD Securities US Finance is a part of the wider TD Securities Finance group, as one of the three regional finance groups for the Wholesale Banking segment of TD Bank Group it has a key role in the USA providing support in financial, management, liquidity, and regulatory reporting. In addition, by its nature as a primary control and support group in the region, TDS Finance USA provides business information supporting projects and initiatives often as the liaison with the other groups and segments both in the US and Canada but also with the other regions (UK and Singapore).

Specific Accountabilities Include:

  • Support regulatory deliverables associated with TDS and prepare regulatory reports for FRB & US Treasury reporting.
  • Support regulator inquires on reports within scope of responsibilities.
  • Support Governance related tasks/mandate and work closely with Compliance and 1B business partners to understand and satisfy requirements.
  • Proactively identify and action opportunities to improve and further automate existing processes and reporting within area of responsibility including the use of tools such as Alteryx.
  • Continuously focus on further developing strong understanding of regulatory concepts and practices.
  • Work closely with the manager to ensure strong data/process governance and key controls and analytics for the TDS US Regulatory Reporting team.
  • Support the alignment of current regulatory reporting processes with new processes as they are being implemented to ensure integrity of the regulatory reports being filed.
  • Support other key departmental projects and initiatives as assigned.
  • Maintain and build upon existing procedure documents and processes by updating and performing ongoing review of all information required to support reports; includes information gathering from source systems and working with business partners to source required information.
  • Assist the Manager in working with financial reporting business partners to understand changes in accounting and financial results. Take part in monthly team variance discussions to facilitate regulatory reporting flux analysis process.

Specific Requirements / Accreditations:

  • Bachelor degree in Business/Accounting/Financial Management, with accounting designation preferred.
  • Proven analytical skills and sound judgment in a dynamic business environment.
  • The ability to translate high volumes of /complex reporting requirements and data into simple, consistent, and sustainable processes.
  • Demonstrated data aggregation and reconciliation skills.
  • Strong sense of process and data governance and strong attention to detail.
  • Highly motivated individual with a proven track record to deliver results.
  • A fluid, intuitive, and logical thinker with a high level of curiosity to learn and interest in determining and implementing process improvements.
  • Demonstrated time management and organizational skills to meet tight deadlines as well as flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Understanding of Wholesale Banking/Capital Markets businesses, products and associated balance sheet and P&L
  • Collaborative, team player with ability to work individually.
  • Advanced Excel and MS Access skills required and Alteryx skills/knowledge a plus.
  • Demonstrates the ability to manage up as well as laterally with business partners.
  • Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements would be an asset.
  • Confident communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to facilitate working with business and senior management at all levels.

The Sr. Specialized Finance Analyst, TDS performs a variety of specialized finance functions in a particular finance area(s) with a high level of technical knowledge to give detailed and well-informed opinions of assigned business activities.

Depth & Scope:

  • Expert level professional role requiring in-depth knowledge / expertise in own domain / field of specialty and working knowledge of broader related areas
  • Integrates the broader organizational context into advice and solutions within own area
  • Accountable for own work and sometimes others; acts as an escalation point or knowledge resource for others in their own area
  • Understands the industry, competition and the factors that differentiate the organization
  • Applies best practices to implement process, product or service improvements
  • Acts as a subject matter expert within their own area of specialty or a resource for others
  • Supports projects or workstreams within broader projects with moderate risk or complexity and may be accountable for managing ongoing activities, processes and functional programs
  • Contributes to setting standards within area of expertise
  • Solves complex problems requiring analysis of multiple variables, including consultation with multiple stakeholders
  • Uses advanced methods to contribute to new solutions and recommend standards against which others will operate
  • Impacts a range of finance programs across own and related teams
  • Interprets guidelines, standards, policies and results of analysis to inform decision making at senior levels
  • Builds stakeholder alignment in leading projects and activities; may provide process and subject matter advice at senior levels
  • Works independently as the senior technical lead and guides others within area of expertise
  • Identifies and leads problem resolution for complex issues at all levels

Education & Experience:

  • Undergraduate degree and/or
  • 5+ years of relevant experience preferred
  • Accounting, financial or relevant professional designation preferred

Customer Accountabilities:

  • Specializes in particular areas according to established policies and procedures and applicable legal and regulatory guidelines
  • Provides ongoing, proactive, specialized finance advice and counsel to business partners to ensure they are operating efficiently under applicable accounting rules and regulations
  • Communicates and meets regularly with partners to develop an in-depth understanding of their business and to provide accounting/ taxation insight, knowledge and expertise, such as improving accounting process flows or clarifying income and expense recognition practices
  • Recognizes, identifies and investigates business accounting issues that need attention, research as needed, offer specialized opinions based on research and knowledge and resolve problems
  • Responds to accounting-related requests on a timely basis and answers questions as needed.
  • Provides technical guidance and assist staff with most complex aspects of work as necessary
  • Resolves escalated issues and problems by conferring with peers, other internal departments, outside contacts and others as necessary
  • Ensures monthly recording of income, expense and other financial transactions is accurate and timely
  • Researches and determines proper accounting treatment for new products and services as needed and communicate complete, thorough and accurate accounting requirements; considers and explains risk management issues prior to implementation, such as determining how the accounting of new initiatives will be monitored and controlled
  • Performs a variety of activities related to month-end financial closing, which details the Bank's month-to-month financial condition, and/or completion of regulatory reports
  • Reviews monthly financial activity and ensures transactions are appropriately recorded in proper accounts, such as cost capitalizing vs. expensing. Researches discrepancies and makes corrections and updates as necessary

Shareholder Accountabilities:

  • Adheres to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for our business area
  • Ensures respective programs/policies/practices are well managed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business priorities
  • Consistently exercisse discretion in managing correspondence, information and all matters of confidentiality; escalates issues where appropriate
  • Ensures business operations are in compliance with applicable internal and external requirements ( e.g. financial controls, segregation of duties, transaction approvals and physical control of assets)
  • Participates in cross-functional / enterprise / initiatives as a subject matter expert helping to identify risk / provide guidance for complex situations
  • Conducts internal and external research projects; supports the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience
  • Conducts meaningful analysis at the functional or enterprise level using results to draw conclusions, make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of programs/ policies/ practices
  • Monitors service, productivity and assesses efficiency levels within own function and implements continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities exist
  • Leads / facilitates and/or implements actions / remediation plans to address performance / risk /governance issues
  • Actively manages relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or control functions and ensures alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements
  • Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assesses potential impacts
  • Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite

Employee/Team Accountabilities:

  • Participates fully as a member of the team, supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensures timely communication of issues/ points of interest
  • Provides thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for own area of expertise in own area and participates in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit
  • Keeps current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques
  • Participates in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
  • Keesp others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
  • Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
  • Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external business partners / stakeholders to develop productive working relationships.
  • Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
  • Acts as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD - and we're committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: TD_bank-R_1394929
Employment Type: Full Time