Job Description
Investment Fund Oversight Senior
Please note:
- Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.
- This is a full-time regular role.
- You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelitys dynamic working arrangement.
About Us:
At Fidelity weve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and were constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.
Working with us means youll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. Youll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where youll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.
The Opportunity:
The Fund Treasurers Office represents the interests of investors overseeing financial and operational matters that affect the funds and their investors. The Investment Fund Oversight Senior (Business Title: Fund Treasury Analyst Senior) main responsibilities include overseeing the operational integrity and accuracy of the passive currency overlay program (passive hedging) with our external sub-advisor; onboarding and ongoing support for the funds foreign exchange setup and accuracy in pricing/execution overseeing the Custodian and various global middle office teams for trade related matters and derivatives from a setup/settlement. The Analyst will oversee certain oversight controls and/or review documentation ensuring third party services and deliverables are met and within established guidelines and service level agreements requirements. The Analyst will work closely with the Managers and Directors in the continual assessment of the oversight model and provide feedback to enhance its overall effectiveness.
What You Will Do:
- Provide oversight and support of FIC passive currency overlay program i.e. daily reviews of systematic hedge exposures pre/post compliance checks and attribution monitoring alongside vendor oversight including due diligence reviews and report publication to Fund Boards and senior management.
- Maintain effective and positive relationships with the service delivery teams sub-advisor and Custodian Bank.
- Responsible for fund foreign exchange onboarding and setup as well as monitoring Custodian and other middle office groups for timely and accurate foreign exchange including troubleshooting incidents and errors.
- Responsible for ownership of fund board policies including assisting the manager in compiling board materials metrics and renewing board policies.
- Participate and represent the Fund Treasurers Office in various fund vendor relationship meetings - which extends to Fidelity related entities and Fund Custodian.
- Act as Fund Treasurers Office point of contact for other departments for various issues relating to the hedging and foreign exchange related matters.
- Responsible for ensuring meaningful and timely communication of initiatives or findings to the attention of the FTO and impacted business partners
- Provide operational expertise on several aspects of the fund launch process such as the role of foreign exchange setup.
- Provide ongoing oversight of the derivatives and trade operations teams to ensure appropriate implementation for the FIC funds.
- Support the preparation of scorecard materials on related oversight activities. Provide explanations and/or remediation plans for any metrics which fall below established thresholds.
- Respond and provide direction to Fund Administrators on operational design or workflow matters.
- Complete daily oversight checks with an eye for continuous improvement.
- Provide coverage for the Treasury Managers relating to their day-to-day responsibilities.
- Participate in ongoing due diligence of third-party service providers and provide support in the preparation of the questionnaire meeting materials and the final summary reports to the various committees.
- Assist in the preparation of presentation materials for external committees and boards.
- Act as a backup in the absence of other analysts performing coverage over the required oversight functions.
What Were Looking For:
Education:
- University Degree preferably with a focus on Finance or Accounting or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
- 3-5 Years of experience in the financial industry required.
- Strong knowledge of the Canadian and global investment industry including NI 81-102 and NI 81-106 required.
- Knowledge of fund accounting pricing custody and the operational aspects of investment funds including alternative investment funds required.
Specific Certifications:
- Accounting designation(CPA) or equivalent is an asset
- In possession of or working toward (CFA) is an asset
Expertise Your Bring:
- You are a highly driven professional with a keen eye for detail
- You are proactive and continuously assess your surroundings to identify issues and areas where modifications to existing processes might be recommended or required
- You are an exceptional communicator who excels at communicating difficult information in the simplest of terms possible
- You excel at presenting information to Senior Leaders and Boards/ Committees both orally and through written presentations
- You are a team player who is able to find common ground and find solutions that are in the best interest of Fidelity and our investors.
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data using excel
- You are motivated by collaboration process efficiency and commitment to excellence.
- Experience constructing control and effective oversight processes for new alternative products
- Experience using the Invest one accounting system
- Understand unit holders system and processes as it relates to fund accounting
Internal applicants should submit their application by 6:59 PM on July 15 2025.
Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer
Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin age disability family status protected veterans status Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.
Accommodation during the application process
Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation please email us at .
No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Why Work at Fidelity
We are proud to be recipients of the following:
Awards
Canadas Top 100 Employers
o Greater Torontos Top Employers
o Canadas Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canadas Top Employers for Young People
Great Place To Work Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Todays Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams
LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
o HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer
Designations
Canadian Compassionate Companies Certified
Benefits Canadas Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
Canadian HR Reporters Most Innovative HR Team