Reporting Analyst, Financial Risk
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What you will do
Under the direction of the Senior Manager – Financial and Operational Risk Reporting (FORR), the Reporting Analyst, Financial Risk plays a key role in monitoring and reporting of financial and operational risks, while supporting critical middle office activities for the Bank of Canada and the Government of Canada.
This role contributes directly to the Bank’s Fiscal Agent function through reporting and analysis related to the Official International Reserves, providing meaningful insights that support oversight and decision making.
The Reporting Analyst participates in the development, production, validation, and analysis of reports and dashboards used to monitor financial and operational risks. The role also supports the resolution of operational issues, ensures timely escalation where required, and helps maintain effective and up-to-date operating procedures.
You will
- Execute core reporting and middle office activities, including monitoring financial risk limits (Findur) and completing end-of-day revaluation for the exchange Fund Account in line with established controls and procedures.
- Investigate exceptions, data discrepancies, and credit rating mismatches across systems, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of recurring or complex issues.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain reporting outputs and dashboards (Power BI), contributing to data modelling and work with tools such as SQL, Python, Data Fabric and Databricks.
- Produce and validate reporting related to the International Reserves and Bank of Canada operations, ensuring outputs are accurate, complete, and fit for purpose.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting procedure updates, audits, system changes (including UAT), stakeholder requests, and cross-functional or departmental projects.
What you need to succeed
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of attention to detail and focus on accuracy and quality.
- Solid technical skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and Power BI, and the ability to learn and apply new systems, tools, and reporting requirements quickly.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight, often shifting deadlines, including responding to urgent or time-sensitive requests.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate in team environment, work independently, and clearly and explain issues and findings.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and improvement, with a proactive approach to sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, seeking feedback, and contributing to team success.
Nice-to-have
- Experience with Findur system, data and reporting tools such as Python, SQL and/or VBA, as well as with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.
- Knowledge of the Bank’s responsibilities as fiscal agent to the Government of Canada, as well as the Bank’s market operations.
- Knowledge of financial markets, global economic issues and developments, and financial risk management.
Your education & experience
This position requires a completed bachelor’s degree in business, finance or economics with a minimum of three years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Innovative Mindset
We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.
Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. Although the position language requirement is English or French essential, we do encourage everyone to improve their second language proficiency for future career growth and to contribute towards fostering a bilingual environment.
What you need to know
- Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
- Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
- The official title for this position is “Reporting Analyst ”
Hybrid Work Model
The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.
What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider.
- Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $82,586 to $97,160 (job grade 15)
- The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
- Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
- Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
- Indexed, defined-benefit pension
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
