Title:  Senior Manager, Global AP&P

Requisition ID: 249255

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Role

The Senior Manager leads the research, development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures for the Bank, as directed by the Director or Vice President. The role includes assessing the impact of accounting standards and proposed changes, resolving complex accounting issues, and providing advisory support on specialized transactions as required. The Senior Manager maintains deep expertise in assigned areas of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and stays current on broader IFRS developments affecting the Bank.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Lead Bank-wide readiness for new and emerging accounting standards by assessing impacts, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting implementation activities. Research accounting implications for specific strategies and transactions and provide practical alternatives and recommendations to enable compliance. Partner with cross-functional teams to clarify roles, responsibilities, and timelines for implementation.
• Keep senior management informed of the accounting implications of new and amended IFRS standards, including key judgments, optionality, and emerging issues. Develop well-supported recommendations that reflect the Bank’s priorities and consider impacts across the Bank and business lines, including potential implications for performance, reporting, and business practices.
• Provide accounting advisory support for specialized and complex proposed transactions, including clear documentation of key terms, relevant IFRS considerations, alternatives, and recommendations. Deliver high-quality analyses within time-sensitive timelines to support business decision-making and governance.
• Maintain and update the accounting monographs (IFRS policies) and implementation guidance on a timely basis, including developing and delivering training and communications on key changes and their implications.
• Monitor, interpret, and contribute to the development of new and proposed accounting standards, including related disclosure considerations for the financial statements and MD&A. Support responses to standards and guidance issued by standard setters and regulators (e.g., IASB, OSFI and other relevant bodies). Participate in industry forums (e.g., CBA sub-committees) and working groups as required.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if you have:

• CPA designation required, with 5+ years of progressive experience in financial services and exposure to complex accounting issues.
• University degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Strong IFRS technical accounting expertise, with the ability to produce clear, well-supported documentation to substantiate accounting conclusions.
• Experience in financial reporting, accounting policy, and/or public practice, with demonstrated ability to research and resolve a broad range of accounting issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex topics for senior stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with sound professional judgment.
• Proficiency in AI-assisted productivity tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot) and Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the ability to quickly learn internal reporting tools to extract, analyze, and present information from the Bank’s accounting records.

What’s in it for you?

• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities – for you and our customers.
• A competitive rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and comprehensive benefits that start on your first day. 
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences every individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. 

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.