The Investment Operations Officer ("Officer") is responsible for supporting all functions of the Investment Operations Team, which includes the investment administration, accounting and reporting of the Clients under the administration of Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation ("Pensions Services Corp."). The core focus of the Officer will be executing investment transactions, communicating with the custodian and other parties as well as month/quarter-end investment accounting and reporting, and year-end audit support.

IMPORTANT: It is imperative that your cover letter and resume specify how your education and previous work experience qualifies you to meet the minimum qualifications in the job posting. Failure to do so could result in your application being screened out of the competition. Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation cannot make assumptions concerning your education and experience.

• Grade 12 plus 3 years accepted professional accounting training plus 5 year's investment fund administration experience or related field is essential; or any equivalent combination of training and experience
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Business/Commerce degree, majoring in Accounting or Finance
• Completion of, or enrolment in, a formal accounting designation such as CPA (CMA, CGA, CA) or CFA, would be an asset
• Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) is required; IFRS experience would be an asset
• Experience with accounting systems would be an asset
• Experience using Bloomberg would be an asset
• Preference will be given to candidates with investment securities-related experience
• Advanced level of technical skills in Microsoft Excel is required
• Time management, analytical, decision making and problem solving skills are needed to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Effective interpersonal skills, professional writing and verbal communication skills

Specialty Statement: Qualified candidates will be required to participate in a Microsoft Excel test

Job Status: Permanent - Bargaining Unit (NSGEU) Position

Work Arrangement: On-site working model

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary Range: $2,221.33 - $2,612.30 (bi-weekly)

Closing Date: extended to June 14, 2022

An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer or will result in the termination of your employment.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and clients feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, women and persons of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these groups, you are encouraged to self-identify.

We are committed to ensuring accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request.

Further information about our organization can be found at: http://www.novascotiapension.ca/

We offer an excellent working environment where work life balance within the workplace is valued. Our people and their commitment to quality work is what drives our success.

Our comprehensive remuneration package includes health and dental benefits, life insurance, long and short-term disability, health spending account, an employee and family assistance plan, generous leave benefits, and an excellent defined benefit pension plan. We also offer opportunities for professional growth with an education assistance program.

Our premises are within the Purdy's Wharf complex which provides amenities such as an on-site daycare and a gym. Our office is connected to the downtown pedway system and situated close to Halifax's beautiful waterfront providing easy access to ferry and bus transit hubs, banks, restaurants, shopping, dental and medical clinics