Liquidity Analyst

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2023. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance

The Liquidity Analyst will be part of the liquidity team whose responsibility widens from the reconciliation of the accounting data with the liquidity data to the production of various regulatory liquidity reports for both European and United States regulators.

The Analyst will be required to build a strong expertise on liquidity reporting and on the banking business model as a whole, in order to navigate across a number of specific subjects, largely to improve regulatory reporting, but also internal reporting to management. 

In detail

• Production of regulatory reporting concerning liquidity topics (e.g. FR 2052a, Liquidity Balance Sheets, Liquidity Coverage Ratio, Foreign Exposure, etc), including the posting of manual adjustments, maintenance of the controls documentation, variance analysis and interpretation of the data.
• Regular monitoring of the CUSO/IHC Liquidity Balance Sheet, including the investigation and explain of variances in business activities for management reporting.
• Active participation in the design, enhancement, and testing of a wide range of automation solutions.
• Perform ad hoc investigations around liquidity mappings, representation of data and sporadic data issues and liaise with the appropriate business and functional teams in order to gain insight
• Report on a timely manner any data, mapping and/or reporting gaps either coming from a reconciliation process issue, IT technical issue or a need for updated procedure around the maintenance of static mapping.
• Provide assistance in responding to questions from senior management by ensuring prompt resolution and follow-up of questions
• Produce, maintain and enhance all liquidity related documentation in accordance to the internal control requirements

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

TRAINING AND OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Between 3 to 5 years of financial accounting experience, preferably within Financial Services Industries
• Experience in project development
• Basic knowledge of the Liquidity Balance Sheet and Banking regulation
• Experience in finance control environment

ESSENTIAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting, or both, is required. CFA a plus
• Excellent Excel skills
• Knowledge of PowerBI and visualization tools is an asset
• Financing Activities and Basic capital market products knowledge
• Knowledge of the English is required

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Organized, curious, thorough and detailed oriented
• Ability to investigate and analyze large data sets
• Team player, flexible and pragmatic
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• Professional posture to develop and maintain key relationships with the other stakeholders in the Finance Regional Group. 

What’s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application; 
• If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. BNP Paribas will work with you to ensure that you are able to participate fully in the process;
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position; 
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. These will be clearly mentioned in the qualifications of the position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,200 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal Top Employer 2023
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employer 2023
• Women in Governance  – Parity certified –  Gold certification
• CCDI Consulting Inc. (Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion)
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• ROSEPH – Grouping of specialized organizations for the employment of persons with disabilities
• IndigenousWorks
• Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec

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