Investment Accountant

Industry: Financial Services

Reports to: Manager, Investment Finance

Location: Flexible Work Location Arrangements Available

Application Deadline: May 6, 2026

Ready to make an impact? Join CST as our Investment Accountant!

We’re the creators of Education Savings Plans in Canada. Our founders pioneered a movement to create and deliver solutions to make higher education accessible for all. Over 65 years later, our dedication to our mission is stronger than ever:

• Almost 700,000 families have saved with CST
• Almost 900,000+ students helped
• $4.8 billion+ in total assets
• $4 billion+ paid to Canadian families

Through our expert guidance and powerful investment options, we help Canadian’s invest in our children’s future with Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs). With big dreams, anything is possible! CST Spark is the latest chapter from the ongoing story of innovative education savings. Today, we continue to inspire and revolutionize education savings with CST Spark – the simple, modern RESP that combines top investment expertise with the latest technology.

Role Summary:

The Investment Accountant will be responsible for the fund and investment accounting, including the full accounting cycle and preparation of the financial statements and MRFP of the CST Plans. This role also supports the maintenance of the subscriber capital ledger account balances for accuracy and completeness and for the analysis of the financial information of the Plans.

What you will be doing:

• Assist in the development, maintenance and implementation of financial and operational standards, accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare and review monthly internal financial statements.
• Lead month-end, semi-annual and year-end close process.
• Oversee all transactions related to general ledger for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with year-end financial statement audit with external auditors.
• Prepare monthly allocation of income for purposes of monthly financial statements.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries.
• Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations and ensure performed on timely basis and all reconciling items are resolved.
• Ensure that records are maintained in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Identify and implement process improvement projects and work on continuous improvement initiatives with Manager, Investment Finance.
• Prepare all investment fund financial and tax information for regulatory filings on a timely basis.
• Prepare accounting memos.
• Assist with determination the Education Assistant Payments (EAP) values and support the payment process with the Customer Experience Department.
• Support ongoing system maintenance, upgrade and enhancements for the financial systems (general ledger and support systems) and related reporting.

What you bring:

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business/Accounting/Finance and CPA designation.
• 2-3 years of experience in Investment Fund Accounting or related experience.
• Investment fund industry experience is an asset.
• Experience with Oracle financials or other accounting software an asset.
• Excellent technical competency and advanced accounting skills, financial controls, and reconciliation skills.
• Knowledge of investment products and investment fund accounting.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Look-ups and Modelling.
• Highly analytical, detailed oriented, and able to analyze large complex data sets.
• Ability to work with little supervision and likes autonomy but keeps everyone in the loop.
• Ability to solve problems and willing to make improvements to processes, spreadsheets, controls and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational and planning abilities.
• Proactive, takes initiative, and great ability to manage multiple priorities.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive base salary with performance bonuses.
• Join a growing, innovative company recognized as an industry leader.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing coaching.
• Leadership committed to a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Company-paid benefits starting on your first day.
• Group pension plan with company matching contributions.
• Generous vacation package plus additional paid days off.
• Education reimbursement for continuous learning.
• Team celebration events and wellness programs.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, recognition programs, and more!

Salary Range

$70,000 to $83,000 CAD/Annually

Salaries will vary based on factors such as market conditions, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. Please note this represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total rewards program (i.e. annual bonus). This posting is for a new position within the organization.

Additional Information

CST is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CST sincerely thanks all applicants for their expressed interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted. To request accommodation, please contact HR at careers@cst.org. Thank you for interest in a career at CST.

For additional information, please visit www.cst.org & www.cstspark.ca. Come grow with us!