In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. 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 Bank Regulatory Reporting Department is seeking an Assistant Vice President to prepare and review the US entities regulatory reports submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank, and other regulators.
The job main responsibility is to prepare all required regulatory and financial reports and to ensure their correctness, consistency and prompt submission. The position requires intensive involvement in special projects relating to the regulatory reporting tool maintenance and upgrades, GL system interfaces, Axiom automation and remediation effort to improve the overall data quality and process efficiency.
This position reports indirectly to the Bank Regulatory Reporting Sr Manager Vice President and directly to Bank Regulatory Reporting AVP Team Lead.
In detail
- Assist with the bank regulatory reporting managers to maintain and enhance the BAU production process and control framework around the Bank Regulatory Reporting processes.
- Responsible for the preparation and filing of the required Bank Regulatory Reports, perform daily, monthly and quarterly production for various Regulatory instances under US GAAP.
- Enforce controls and ensure that financial statements are in balance; prepare balance sheet and income statements reconciliation schedules.
- Analyze, reconcile, and review all accounts under their responsibility by performing a variance analysis of corresponding revenue/balance sheet items, highlighting trends, and following up on questions/ concerns.
- Liaise with various internal (i.e. Legal, Compliance, Audit, Territory Governance, Finance Project Office and Business Operations) and external constituencies (i.e. regulators, external auditors and consultants).
- Identify, escalate and remediate data quality issues.
- Participate in bank examinations and internal and external audits.
- Knowledge of the bank’s current regulatory reporting tools, general ledgers, offered products and its related activities.
- Establish and maintain communication with the Financial Reporting Group, the Project Office Group, and the Control & Reconciliation Group and ensure that regulatory reporting requirements are properly addressed on all levels of system and procedural changes, including the introduction of new bank products.
- Assist with the implementation of the new Regulatory Reporting tool, including performing system testing and UAT reporting and continuing automation effort.
Work conditions: This position provides for standard working conditions in an office and a normal work schedule from Monday to Friday. This position requires little travel.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
- Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in Financial Reporting, Accounting, Regulatory Reporting or equivalent functions.
- Strong regulatory & financial reporting knowledge prevalent in banking/financial institutions.
- Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS including recent pronouncements.
- Knowledge of:
o FBO requirements preferred ;
o Axiom preferred ;
o PowerBI/Query preferred ;
o Excel skills with formulas (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF);
- Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required.
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 are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. 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;
- BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
- 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;
- If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
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 63 countries, with more than 180,000 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 1,400 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’s Top Employers 2025
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
- Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
- Synclusiv
- Ready, Willing and Able
- Autisme sans Limites
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***
