Senior Advisor Derivatives And Financial Valuation

The position can be located in Montreal or Toronto. If the position is located in Montreal, knowledge of French is required.

A career as a Senior Advisor – Derivatives and Financial Valuation within the ETF & Specialized Operations team at National Bank means playing a key role in ensuring the accurate valuation of complex financial instruments held in mutual funds and exchange‑traded funds (ETFs), as well as providing financial support related to financial statements
.

Through your expertise in derivatives, strong financial acumen, and leadership, you contribute directly to the quality of valuations
, the mitigation of financial and accounting risks
, and the evolution of valuation practices in a regulated and transforming environment.

• Act as a derivatives and financial valuation expert for the sector
• Ensure the valuation of complex financial instruments held in funds and ETFs (listed and OTC derivatives, structured and hybrid instruments)
• Define, document, and continuously improve valuation methodologies for financial instruments
• Provide specialized financial support for matters related to financial statements
  , audits, and regulatory disclosures
• Serve as a technical reference for valuation issues, accounting interpretation, and professional judgment
• Participate in the launch and onboarding of new funds
  , including mutual funds and exchange‑traded funds
• Actively contribute to the implementation, optimization, and governance of ETF valuation processes
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners
• Anticipate financial and operational issues, identify risks, and propose structured and preventive solutions
• Design and maintain robust control frameworks related to valuation activities
• Participate in large‑scale projects and transformation initiatives within the sector
• Act as a mentor and contribute to the development of team expertise

Within the Investment Fund Administration and Tax Activities sector, you are part of the ETF & Specialized Operations team and report to the team manager.

The team stands out for:

• its in‑depth expertise in exchange‑traded funds and complex financial instruments
  ,
• its rigor and reliability in delivering critical outputs,
• its strong collaboration and shared sense of accountability.

Working hours are flexible and include remote work based on operational needs.

We foster an environment that supports continuous learning, both through hands‑on experience and through knowledge sharing and collaboration with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field, or any combination of equivalent education and relevant experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in derivatives, financial appraisals or related functions
• Strong knowledge of derivatives
  , financial markets, and valuation methodologies
• Solid understanding of finance and financial accounting
  , ideally in an investment fund environment
• Ability to exercise a high level of professional judgment in complex situations
• Leadership, rigor, autonomy, and a strong sense of accountability
• Excellent analytical skills and critical thinking focused on problem solving