We are seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy Accountant II - Compliance specialist to join our dynamic, 10-person operational team at a leading North American financial institution. In this role, you will provide critical day-to-day operational support, analyzing financial information and ensuring the precise processing of asset movements within a high-risk, compliance-heavy environment. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in documentation review, risk, or compliance who thrives on team collaboration and meticulous data validation.
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Position Title: Accountant II
Location: Toronto, ON (Downtown – 77 Bloor Street West)
Position Type: 12-Month Contract (Extension and Permanent Conversion possible based on performance and business needs)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Overtime may be required based on volume)
Work Model: Hybrid (5 days on-site for the initial 2-week training period; 4 days on-site / Work-From-Home on Fridays thereafter)
Hourly Rate: $26.50/hr
Advantages
Top-Tier Experience: Gain experience working with the largest and most data-heavy team on the floor for a premier, award-winning Financial Institution.
Career Growth: Strong potential for contract extension or permanent conversion based on your performance and business volume.
Comprehensive Training: Benefit from a structured 2-week, on-the-job training period to set you up for long-term success.
Prime Location: Centrally located in vibrant downtown Toronto with excellent transit accessibility.
Responsibilities
Asset & Transfer Validation: Validate complex transfer forms, including estate-related transactions, securities, and complex RRSP and TFSA documentation.
Compliance & Risk Management: Review intricate legal and financial documents in a high-risk environment to ensure absolute accuracy and strict adherence to industry regulations and procedural standards.
Data & System Management: Use advanced Excel functions (Macros, Pivot Tables) to perform data validation, maintain precise recordkeeping, and support day-to-day operational workflows.
Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess completeness and conformance to reporting standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in daily team meetings (approx. 30–35 minutes) and interact professionally with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve documentation discrepancies.
Qualifications
Education: Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related financial discipline is required.
Experience: 2–4 years of relevant experience in an accounting, finance, or document-review environment.
Hard Skills (Must-Haves)
Advanced MS Excel: Proven proficiency with Macros and Pivot Tables for data validation and reporting.
Tech Savviness: Strong working knowledge of MS Office, Confluence, and SharePoint.
Compliance/KYC Background: Demonstrated experience reviewing complex financial/legal documents and handling asset validation within a high-risk, regulated environment.
Soft Skills
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with various internal and external teams.
Meticulous Accuracy: High attention to detail and critical thinking skills are absolute requirements to prevent errors in a high-risk setting.
Team Player: A personable, collaborative individual who works cohesively within a team environment.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Prior experience working within a Banking or Financial Institution.
A legal background, specifically experience reviewing complex legal paperwork or estate documentation.
Summary
This role targets professionals from a compliance, risk, or document-review background with proven experience in KYC/validation checks. Please note: This is not an AML role. Candidates whose primary background is strictly in AML handling FINTRAC reporting, CDD, or EDD reviews will not be considered.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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We are seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy Accountant II - Compliance specialist to join our dynamic, 10-person operational team at a leading North American financial institution. In this role, you will provide critical day-to-day operational support, analyzing financial information and ensuring the precise processing of asset movements within a high-risk, compliance-heavy environment. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in documentation review, risk, or compliance who thrives on team collaboration and meticulous data validation.
Position Title: Accountant II
Location: Toronto, ON (Downtown – 77 Bloor Street West)
Position Type: 12-Month Contract (Extension and Permanent Conversion possible based on performance and business needs)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Overtime may be required based on volume)
Work Model: Hybrid (5 days on-site for the initial 2-week training period; 4 days on-site / Work-From-Home on Fridays thereafter)
Hourly Rate: $26.50/hr
Advantages
Top-Tier Experience: Gain experience working with the largest and most data-heavy team on the floor for a premier, award-winning Financial Institution.
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Career Growth: Strong potential for contract extension or permanent conversion based on your performance and business volume.
Comprehensive Training: Benefit from a structured 2-week, on-the-job training period to set you up for long-term success.
Prime Location: Centrally located in vibrant downtown Toronto with excellent transit accessibility.
Responsibilities
Asset & Transfer Validation: Validate complex transfer forms, including estate-related transactions, securities, and complex RRSP and TFSA documentation.
Compliance & Risk Management: Review intricate legal and financial documents in a high-risk environment to ensure absolute accuracy and strict adherence to industry regulations and procedural standards.
Data & System Management: Use advanced Excel functions (Macros, Pivot Tables) to perform data validation, maintain precise recordkeeping, and support day-to-day operational workflows.
Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess completeness and conformance to reporting standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in daily team meetings (approx. 30–35 minutes) and interact professionally with both internal and external stakeholders to resolve documentation discrepancies.
Qualifications
Education: Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related financial discipline is required.
Experience: 2–4 years of relevant experience in an accounting, finance, or document-review environment.
Hard Skills (Must-Haves)
Advanced MS Excel: Proven proficiency with Macros and Pivot Tables for data validation and reporting.
Tech Savviness: Strong working knowledge of MS Office, Confluence, and SharePoint.
Compliance/KYC Background: Demonstrated experience reviewing complex financial/legal documents and handling asset validation within a high-risk, regulated environment.
Soft Skills
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with various internal and external teams.
Meticulous Accuracy: High attention to detail and critical thinking skills are absolute requirements to prevent errors in a high-risk setting.
Team Player: A personable, collaborative individual who works cohesively within a team environment.
Nice-to-Have Skills
Prior experience working within a Banking or Financial Institution.
A legal background, specifically experience reviewing complex legal paperwork or estate documentation.
Summary
This role targets professionals from a compliance, risk, or document-review background with proven experience in KYC/validation checks. Please note: This is not an AML role. Candidates whose primary background is strictly in AML handling FINTRAC reporting, CDD, or EDD reviews will not be considered.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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