Ryan Finnson

Ryan Finnson, CPA, CMA has extensive experience in various roles related to fund accounting and operations. Ryan currently serves as the Director of Fund Accounting at CIBC Mellon, where they are responsible for overseeing fund administration activities and corporate strategic initiatives. Previously, they worked as the Heads of Operations at Mercer Global Investment Canada Limited, where they directed all aspects of fund administration and daily operation functions.

Prior to that, Ryan held positions at AGF Investments Inc., where they served as the Director and Manager of Investment Operations and Fund Valuations. In these roles, they led teams responsible for a wide range of functions, including accounting, valuations, financial and client reporting, treasury, performance measurement, and information technology.

Ryan began their career as a Financial Analyst at Highstreet Asset Management, where they directed fund accounting and valuation activities for various funds. Ryan also played a leading role in the implementation of a new investment management platform.

Before entering the asset management industry, Ryan worked at London Life/Great-West Lifeco Inc. as a Senior Client Service Representative and Client Service Representative. In these roles, they provided investment advice, calculated adjusted cost bases and tax consequences, and handled client inquiries and transactions related to retirement programs.

Overall, Ryan Finnson brings extensive expertise in fund accounting, operations, and client service to their current role as a Director of Fund Accounting at CIBC Mellon.

Ryan Finnson, CPA, CMA completed their Honours Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Political Science and Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2004. Prior to that, they attended A.B Lucas Secondary School from 1995 to 2000. Ryan also obtained additional certifications including the Certifed Management Accountant designation from CMA Ontario in 2011, the Canadian Securities Course from the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) in 2005, and the Conduct and Practices Handbook from the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) in 2005.