Director, External Reporting - Toronto, Canada - Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Job Summary

What is the opportunity?

For forward-thinking and results-focused leaders, this is an opportunity to join the External Reporting team of Canada's largest company, frequently ranked as one of the top companies to work for in Canada.

RBC is internationally recognized for its commitment to innovation, diversity, customer satisfaction and corporate social responsibility.

We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

The External Reporting function serves a critical role in telling the story of RBC's financial results to the public through the quarterly Report to Shareholders, Annual Report and other external disclosures.

The Director, External Reporting is a leader in the Chief Accountant's Group, collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to deliver best-in-class disclosures.

This is an ideal position from which to develop an understanding of RBC's significant business issues, build technical and leadership skills and develop strong relationships across the Bank.

As part of the Chief Accountant's Group in our Toronto head office, you will be part of a collaborative team culture that strives to challenge ourselves to be our best, think progressively to keep growing, and work together to deliver collective results.

What will you do?

Manage the preparation and delivery of RBC's Annual Report and Quarterly Report to Shareholders
Translate results and developments into a clear and consistent story for external stakeholders such as investors and analysts
Communicate key disclosure matters to senior leaders at RBC using a commercial/business lens, including through the preparation of materials for senior executives, our CFO, and the Board/Audit Committee
Bring your unique perspective and curiosity to set ambitious goals, implement process improvements, and challenge the status quo
Drive progress and contribute to strategic initiatives within the Chief Accountant's Group and more broadly within the CFO Group
Lead the delivery of critical and complex sections of management's discussion and analysis (MD&A)
Perform detailed reviews of MD&A sections completed by other members of the External Reporting team to ensure accuracy and quality of disclosures
Assess and evaluate the impact of new disclosure and regulatory requirements
Help to shape future disclosure requirements by leading or supporting advocacy efforts on developments impacting RBC's external disclosures
Liaise with industry peers on disclosure matters as needed through industry associations (i.e. Canadian Bankers Association)
Shape RBC's external disclosure strategy and deliver bestinclass disclosures through effective partnering with key stakeholders and benchmarking
Work with key stakeholders, including Corporate Sustainability, to support enhanced governance over ESGrelated reporting including RBC's ESG Performance Report, TCFD Report and Public Accountability Statement
Provide effective challenge through disclosure reviews and drive consistency across RBC's external disclosures
Develop strong business partner relationships with senior members from across our business segments, Finance, Law, Risk Management, and Communications

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

Chartered Professional Accountant designation
7+ years of relevant work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively to executives
Experience with financial reporting
Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills, including ability to recommend practical solutions to complex challenges in a dynamic environment
Proactive and forwardthinking approach
Strong interpersonal skills specifically, able to act as change agent, facilitator and collaborator
Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Nice-to-have

Strong understanding of regulatory disclosure requirements
Solid understanding of financial institutions, including all facets of RBC's business and other activities with strong business acumen

Job Skills
Accounting, Auditing (Inactive), Detail-Oriented, Financial Accounting Systems, Financial Analysis and Reporting, Financial Recordkeeping, General Ledger Administration, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Tax Management

Additional Job Details

Address:

20

KING ST W:

TORONTO

City:

TORONTO

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

Office of the CFO

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

Application Deadline:

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