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The Investment Operations Specialist will work under the overall technical supervision of the Service Chief and the direct supervision of a CFI Officer, in close collaboration with the FAO Representation in the relevant country of assignment. 

Technical Focus: 

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Lead, or participate in, multidisciplinary teams to assist governments in the identification, assessment and preparation of investment operations in the fields of food security, nutrition, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and climate change adaptation and/or mitigation, and participate in pre-appraisal and appraisal missions.
• Lead, or participates in, multidisciplinary teams for the implementation support and the preparation of final evaluation of investment operations.
• Advise governments, or provide technical expertise, in the preparation of food security, nutrition, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and climate change adaptation and/or mitigation studies and strategies, and in the formulation of national sector and/or sub-sector investment plans and programmes. ( only for Consultants)
• Advise on developing, or support the development, of inclusive and sustainable food systems, involving producers, their organizations, other private sector actors, civil society organizations and government.
• Lead the formulation, or formulate, and delivers monitoring and evaluation, communication and capacity development strategies and activities in the areas of food security, nutrition, agriculture, rural development, natural resource management and climate change adaptation and/or mitigation, investment support to government staff, and non-state actors and private sector organizations.
• Prepare reports in accordance with government and financing partners’ requirements.
• Promote international cooperation and collaboration leading to new investment opportunities and cooperative agreements, advocates best practices and effective policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international meetings. 
• Perform other related duties as required.

Candidates Will Be Assessed Against The Following:

Minimum Requirements:

• University degree in economics, agricultural economics, agricultural sciences, environmental sciences, agribusiness management, natural resource management, irrigation and drainage engineering, rural infrastructure engineering, communication, social sciences, international relations or a related field as appropriate for the specific profile. 
• From one to fifteen years of relevant experience in conducting agricultural/rural sector/subsector analytical studies, and/or in planning, design, supervision of agricultural and rural investment operations, including elaboration of feasibility studies and implementation of agricultural and rural investment operations in developing countries and/or countries in transition  
• Working knowledge of English, French or Spanish and limited knowledge of one of the other two or Arabic, Chinese, Russian (for consultants). Working knowledge of English, French, Spanish, Arabic or Russian (for PSAs).

SUMMARY

The Intermediate Financial Analyst (FA II) provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).  At this level, the incumbent typically supports multiple portfolios or business units.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).
• Completes and resolves assigned account reconciliations.
• Prepares, gathers, consolidates and reports routine data.
• Prepares routine monthly reports.
• Prepares monthly client invoices.
• Prepares and reconciles basic audit working papers.  Maintains accurate and complete records for audits.  Gathers audit support data upon request.  Documentation is reviewed prior to submission.
• Reviews results to determine accrual entries in coordination with internal managers.
• Reconciles month end results for simple contract(s) or business unit(s) for sub ledger reconciliations.
• Prepares bank reconciliations.
• Prepares month end journal entries.
• Reviews and enters time cards.
• Codes and validates expense reports, vendor invoices and procurement cards.
• Enters data to sub ledger systems and direct to G/L.
• Identifies complex and resolves basic transactional accounting discrepancies.  May require management involvement.
• Identifies and recommends process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Prepares memos and provides variance explanations.  Summarizes findings and recommendations.  Provides input to process documentations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Job-Related Experience: 3-5 years or more
• College Diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET)
• Ability to identify complex and resolve basic transactional accounting discrepancies
• Ability to identify and recommend process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Ability to communicate basic accounting principles to support procedures and to explain financial results within the team and to internal customers.
• Ability to prepare memos, provide variance explanations and input to process documentations, and write summaries of findings and recommendations.
• Intermediate level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Partially completed an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA)

The Billing Coordinator is an expert in all job functions of the Billing Department. The Coordinator will facilitate the work amongst Billing Administrators and provide specialized support to the team.  The Billing Coordinator will be focused on increasing invoice quality by analyzing reporting to identify problem areas and implement corrective action.  With continuous improvement always in mind, the Billing Coordinator will be responsible to review and implement process improvement initiatives.  Must understand customer invoice requirements and provide custom invoice solutions as required. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Provide daily support to Billing Administrators to ensure all job functions are getting completed in adherence to the Business Service Level Agreements 
• Perform Billing Administrator job functions when required to support getting task (s) completed 
• Analyze processes to improve overall effectiveness of the team 
• Input other types of Billing (contract probills) unrelated to shipment movement  
• Investigate and create Customer Deals and Invoice Audit rules in AS400 to meet customer/business requirements and improve invoice accuracy 
• Regular communication with all levels of the organization to provide consistent feedback of areas that need improvement in order to improve invoice quality 
• Investigate reoccurring invoice issues to get to the root cause.  Work with all levels of the business, as well as external customers to implement sustainable solutions 
• Analyze and understand customer invoice requirements; offer standard invoice options when applicable, focusing on electronic solutions  
• Work closely with customers and Sales to provide approved non-standard invoice options including updating customer web portals to provide accurate invoice details 
• Handle escalated issues from Billing Administrators within established guidelines  
• Exhibit leadership at all times, be accessible and approachable to all Billing Team members 
• Maintain positive customer relationships, both internally and externally 
• Other related duties as may be required 

Your Skills & Experience: 

• Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education (general stream), or a combination of education and experience. 
• Minimum one year experience in a Billing Department 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Computer skills – accuracy, MS products including strong Excel skills; AS400 experience, an asset. Must possess the ability to learn new software 
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer relationship skills 
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, particularly numerical 
• Detail orientated with the ability to work accurately in a high volume, fast-paced environment. 
• English, other languages considered an asset 
• Able to work with little supervision  

Overview

As a member of the Personal and Business Banking team, you’ll work in a fast-paced Banking Centre where you’ll make a meaningful difference in our clients’ lives. As a Financial Services Representative, you’ll foster key relationships with clients, understand their financial and personal goals, provide informative and tailored service, and recommend the right products and solutions that will help their financial success. You’re flexible to work our banking centre hours which may include evenings and weekends. To help deliver a great client experience, you’re flexible to work at multiple banking centres within a reasonable travel distance. 

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time

How you'll succeed

• Client engagement - Meet with clients to understand their personal and business priorities, advise them on solutions, and provide a forward-looking financial plan. Use your knowledge of cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection to help clients meet their goals.

• Relationship building - Engage in marketing and outreach activities to show clients you value them and their communities. Grow your network, deepen existing relationships, and work as one team to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities.

• Leveraging technology - Become a technology expert. Share your knowledge by introducing clients to our mobile banking applications, helping them to better manage their banking needs.

Who you are

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it's the right thing to do.

• You’re goal oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.

• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.

• You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.

• You’re a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing Mutual Funds License (Canadian Securities Course or Investment Funds in Canada).

• You can demonstrate 1 year experience in working with clients and achieving sales results. It’s an asset if you have prior banking experience in a similar capacity.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us

End Date: October 1, 2024 (6 days left to apply)

Job Location

5980 Airport Rd, Pearson Int

Weekly Hours

15

Skills

Client Issue Resolution, Client Service, Customer Experience (CX), Digital Literacy, Empathy (Inactive), Financial Products, Interpersonal Communication, Standards Compliance, Transaction Services

Closing Date: 09/23/2024

Hourly Rate/Salary: $52.19/hr to $69.58/hr (based on salary grade G $ 94,982.00 - $ 126,643.00)
Hours of Work: 35/week 
Work Location: Civic Centre 
Organization Unit: CMO/Internal Audit 
Department/Division/Section: CMO/City Manager's Office , CMO/Internal Audit , Internal Audit 
Non-Union/Union: Non Union 

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online. 

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

The Intermediate Financial Analyst (FA II) provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).  At this level, the incumbent typically supports multiple portfolios or business units.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides complex transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle and/or full cycle accounting support for small scope contract(s) or business unit(s).
• Completes and resolves assigned account reconciliations.
• Prepares, gathers, consolidates and reports routine data.
• Prepares routine monthly reports.
• Prepares monthly client invoices.
• Prepares and reconciles basic audit working papers.  Maintains accurate and complete records for audits.  Gathers audit support data upon request.  Documentation is reviewed prior to submission.
• Reviews results to determine accrual entries in coordination with internal managers.
• Reconciles month end results for simple contract(s) or business unit(s) for sub ledger reconciliations.
• Prepares bank reconciliations.
• Prepares month end journal entries.
• Reviews and enters time cards.
• Codes and validates expense reports, vendor invoices and procurement cards.
• Enters data to sub ledger systems and direct to G/L.
• Identifies complex and resolves basic transactional accounting discrepancies.  May require management involvement.
• Identifies and recommends process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Prepares memos and provides variance explanations.  Summarizes findings and recommendations.  Provides input to process documentations.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Job-Related Experience: 3-5 years or more
• College Diploma or equivalent training (e.g. RPA, CET)
• Ability to identify complex and resolve basic transactional accounting discrepancies
• Ability to identify and recommend process improvement opportunities at an account level following GAAP procedures.
• Ability to communicate basic accounting principles to support procedures and to explain financial results within the team and to internal customers.
• Ability to prepare memos, provide variance explanations and input to process documentations, and write summaries of findings and recommendations.
• Intermediate level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Partially completed an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA)

As a member of the Personal and Business Banking Team, youll partner with Financial Advisors to help high value clients secure their futures and set up their businesses. As a Financial Services Associate in the Imperial Service Team, youll provide administrative and client support to seek business growth opportunities. You'll create strong working relationships while making a difference in your clients' financial success. Youre flexible to work our banking centre hours which may include evenings and weekends. To help deliver a great client experience, youre flexible to work at multiple banking centres within a reasonable travel distance.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, youll be on-site full-time.

How youll succeed

Client engagement - Leverage your knowledge of cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection to answer questions and provide information to clients. Partner with your Financial Advisor to help clients meet their financial goals. Problem solving - Listen, ask questions, and put yourself in the clients shoes. Act like an owner by taking accountability for client issues, and know when to lean on others to find solutions. Organizational skills - Prepare client files, booking appointments, and maintaining schedules. Help team success by improving team productivity and proactively uncovering business opportunities. Who you are

You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because its the right thing to do. You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and respect different perspectives. You listen to and learn from the experiences of others. Youre passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity. You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life. You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity. Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]

You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Miss-Westwood Shopping Mall Employment Type

Regular Weekly Hours

37.5 Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Growth, Client Issue Resolution, Client Relationship Management, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Products, Post-Sales Support, Product Knowledge

As a member of the VP Finance, Controller’s team, the primary responsibility of this position is to integrate financial reporting, process, controls and analysis into Maple Leaf’s Integrated Report and Sustainability Strategies. This position will work closely with the Sustainability team and support their work. This includes the accountability of producing the Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) Inventory, staying current with evolving GHG and financial standards and identifying our financial exposure to sustainability related initiatives, such as carbon market credits. This also includes staying current with all new guidelines and standards, including SBTi, FLAG, and IFRS S1 and S2.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 13. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Accountable for the calculation and methodology of the Greenhouse Gas Inventory and ensure it is aligned with the latest Greenhouse Gas Protocol Guidance.
• Assess the impact of environmental strategies such as regenerative agriculture and anerobic digestion on the GHG inventory.
• Lead the evaluation of Science-Based Target Initiative target setting and responsible for the application and assessment process.
• Review all Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) metric, ensuring accuracy in data, consistency in approach, repeatability and reportability within the annual Integrated Report, Task Force on Carbon-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”), Global Reporting Initiative Index (“GRI”), Carbon Disclosure Project (“CDP”) Questionnaire, etc.
• Support the Sustainability Team in preparing material and attending Disclosure Committee meetings.
• Manage the carbon offset programs and renewable energy credits used to maintain our carbon neutral claim.  
• Maintain the internal carbon calculator used to assess environmental impacts to all capital expenditure requests
• Research and determine, in conjunction with the technical accounting team, the accounting treatment and impact of any sustainability efforts and resultant impact to Maple Leaf’s financial results.
• Key subject matter expert in the implementation of a GHG system to automate the calculation of the GHG inventory
• Liaise with external auditors
• Manage a team of two professional staff
• Special projects as required

What You’ll Bring:

• CPA, CA designation, with 10+ years of experience
• Knowledge of IFRS guidance on ESG, including S1 and S2
• Experience with GHG inventory and SBTi would be an asset
• A good understanding of internal controls, especially around non-financial data
• Previous experience with external auditors
• Strong reporting, budgeting, and analytical skills
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to be able deal and build relationships with people at all levels in the organization
• Ability to work with a positive attitude and in a professional manner
• Possess strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to understand process and identify opportunities for improvement to develop and create efficient processes
• Exhibits a keen interest in social and environmental causes and initiatives
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Advanced PC proficiency, especially in Excel
• Experience with SAP and Sustainability’s Resource Advisor Software would be an asset

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.

Job Summary
The Finance Specialist primarily analyzes and interprets financial data and identifies trends used by senior managers to make strategic company decisions. This position works on multiple reports simultaneously, focusing on details while finding creative ways to tackle big picture challenges. And collaborates with Operations and Non-Operations partners across the country to consult on planning and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Researches and interprets financial data to ensure leaders have the most up to date and reliable information to help make the best possible decisions.
• Research requested expenses and project trends for staff, division, business, and center managers to ensure operation within budget guidelines.
• Assists in performing variance analysis of actual versus planned data to identify areas where targeted projections are not being obtained.
• Audits areas of concern (e.g., unusual cost, overtime hours, etc.) to ensure proper reporting occurs.
• Gathers and analyzes preliminary data for management team to help determine strategic direction for communicating information to the regions and districts.
• Oversee month end activities.  Coordinate with operations and accounting to ensure accruals and costs are validated before the books are closed.
• Assist in completion of business plan for district expenses.
• Create weekly or monthly reports for discretionary expenses.
• Run P&L driven projects that will promote revenue initiatives and cost saving opportunities.
• Automate business processes to increase efficiency.
• Implement process improvements on areas identified as concern/risk from a compliance or cost perspective.
• Create best-practice reports based on data visualization, trend analysis using Power BI, Excel Macros etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent - Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree or International equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field - Preferred
• Experience demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Products (Excel and Access) and Power BI

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.
Education: Candidates should have standard educational qualifications such as a College/CEGEP
Experience: Candidates need experience of 3 years to less than 5 years
Supervision: 3-4 people
Computer and technology knowledge: MS Excel, MS Office, MS PowerPoint, MS Word

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and pay attention to detail.

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills, excellent oral communication and excellent written communication skill.
• The candidate should be efficient and a good team player.
• The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should direct and advise staff engaged in providing records management, security, finance, purchasing, human resources or other administrative services, interview, hire and provide training for staff, plan, administer and control budgets for client projects, contracts, equipment and supplies.
• The candidate should plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a department providing a single administrative service or several administrative services, prepare reports and briefs for management committees evaluating administrative services.

Benefits:

• The employees get health benefits such as Dental plan, Health care plan, Vision care benefits.
• The employees get other benefits such as free parking.

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

Be prepared for the screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?