Student, Pension Accounting and Payroll - Toronto, Canada - OMERS

OMERS

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe.

Our culture is truly one of a kind.

We get stuff done and have fun doing it We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.

Under the direction of the Manager, with support provided by the Pension Accounting Analyst, you will be accountable for the accurate and timely processing of daily financial and non-financial transactions, in a multi-client/multi-functional environment.

As a key member of the Pension Accounting Team, within the Financial Services team, the Student, Pension Accounting and Payroll deals with approximately 1,000 employers, 180,000 pensioners, and administers the transactions and accounting for both contributions and payments of approximately $5 billion each.

The Student, Pension Accounting and Payroll executes business processes using OMERS systems; interacts with other teams including Pension Operations as well as external clients; and is a key contributor to the professional services delivery and teamwork environment.

Job responsibilities:

Process transactions accurately that require thorough review, interpretation, and analysis of supporting documents, and department and corporate policies and procedures
Review documentation from employers for accuracy and completeness and, if required, follow up for missing or incomplete documents/information
Respond to employer inquiries and research and analyze data to resolve issues
Demonstrate sound judgment and diplomacy when dealing with client issues to provide timely, accurate responses
Work cooperatively with peers to ensure team, division and corporate objectives are met
Develop short term plans to assist with day-to-day tasks and ensuring that Service Standards are met

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate business, accounting, or math program and/or a strong interest in pensions or accounting
A team player able to operate in a fast-paced environment with numerous priorities and deadlines
Someone with strong written and verbal communication skills; strong computer skills including basic knowledge of Excel
Organized with excellent planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Detail oriented, as transactions can have high financial risk and impact to the employer and member

What's in it for you
An awesome opportunity to learn from a small and dedicated team that is engaged and excited to train and coach you, and provide exposure to a wide variety of processes
Chance to learn about pensions and how we receive and process approximately $5 billion in payments each year
Opportunity to be part of the student community at OMERS & Oxford
An orientation program to set you up for success during your work term
Networking and educational session with different leaders across the business

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Application Instructions:

Our story:

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans, with $121 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2021.

OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members.

OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children's aid societies across Ontario.

Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers.

OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe - serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups.

Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.