Director, External Reporting

Job title:

Director, External Reporting

Company

Royal Bank of Canada

Job description

Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat 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 best–in-class disclosures through effective partnering with key stakeholders and benchmarking
• Work with key stakeholders, including Corporate Sustainability, to support enhanced governance over ESG-related 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 forward-thinking 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 ManagementAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TORONTOCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: Office of the CFOJob Type: RegularPay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2024-04-15Application Deadline: 2024-05-01Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:29:30 GMT

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