Ottawa (Downtown), ON, CA
Senior Data and Analytics Specialist (Accounting)
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Are you someone who enjoys working at the intersection of data, systems, and financial or operational processes? We are looking for candidates who have experience building or leading data and analytics solutions in finance, accounting, risk, or similarly complex environments, and who can turn business or control needs into practical, scalable data solutions and insights. You bring a background in accounting, finance, data, or a mix of these.
About the role
In this role, you will help shape how financial data is structured, governed, and turned into insights across Accounting Operations. Reporting to the Director, Accounting Operations, you will play a key role in strengthening the quality, accessibility, and reliability of data supporting the Bank of Canada, its Pension Trust Funds, the Exchange Fund Account, and the Government of Canada’s debt.
Your work will help improve internal controls, enhance data quality, and support teams in making clear, informed decisions in a complex and evolving data environment.
What you will do
Enable access to reliable accounting data
- Lead the design and effectiveness of the Accounting Operations data governance framework (documentation, definitions, data quality).
- Review and approve accounting data requirements for system changes, ensuring alignment with accounting standards, policies, and controls.
- Partner with data and technology teams to build data infrastructure that integrates financial and operational systems.
Safeguard data integrity
- Oversee and prioritize high-impact accounting data issues, including escalation as needed.
- Review third-party audit reports (e.g., SOC) to identify risks to data flows and escalate material concerns.
Lead the development of analytics capabilities
- Design and deliver analytics solutions (models, dashboards, reporting) that strengthen controls and support decision-making.
- Lead testing and validation to ensure quality and reliability of solutions.
- Build analytics capability across the team through coaching and hands-on support.
Collaborate and influence
- Partner with senior leaders to align data and analytics initiatives with priorities.
- Build strong relationships across teams.
- Contribute accounting expertise in cross-functional forums and governance committees.
What you need to succeed
- A proactive, strategic mindset, comfortable exercising judgment and influence in complex, non routine situations.
- Strong expertise in working with financial or operational data, including the ability to translate business and control requirements into effective data and analytics solutions.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering analytics (e.g., datasets, models, dashboards, reporting tools) that support decision-making and strengthen controls
- Strong understanding of data quality, governance, and integrity, with a focus on reliability and trust in data
- Clear, concise communication skills, able to engage both technical and non technical audiences.
- A collaborative, relationship driven approach, with the ability to influence without formal authority.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering analytics (e.g., datasets, models, dashboards, reporting tools) that support decision-making and strengthen controls
Nice to have
Experience working with:
- Accounting operations in a financial institution, crown corporation, or similarly complex environment.
- Enterprise systems and data environments (e.g., SAP, data warehouses/lakehouses, portfolio or financial market systems).
- Financial instruments and their accounting, valuation, and control considerations.
- CPA designation
Your education and experience
You have a university degree in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, finance, data, or a related discipline) and a minimum of five years of experience in accounting, finance, data analytics, or financial operations, including exposure to controls, reporting, or complex data environments.
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. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
What you need to know
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- Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
- There will be no relocation assistance provided
- 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 “Senior Specialist, Accounting Data and Analytics Enablement”
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.
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- Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $111,051 to $130,649 (job grade 17)
- The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) 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 and dental coverage that meets your needs
- Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
- Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.