Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, youll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You\'ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you\'ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.:About the roleReporting to the AVP, Accounting and Controls, Canadian Finance, this role is accountable for leading a team of 4 finance professionals and the reporting function within Canadian Finance. Accountabilities of the role include leading the quarterly consolidated financial reporting effort for SLF Canada. This role supports senior management decision making and is responsible for all aspects of consolidated internal and external financial reporting and analysis, earnings and forecasting, controls over and coordination of the ledger close process for Canada. This role will also work closely with the Business Units and in close partnership with the Canadian Actuarial and ALM functions.What youll be doingThe individual in this role is a key contact for all consolidated financial reporting and must have the ability to collaborate effectively across SLF Canada and with the SLF Corporate Office. The incumbent will serve as a key point of contact for the external auditors and be instrumental in managing this relationship. A proven team leader and practical problem solver with the ability to identify and implement innovative solutions with a focus on process enhancements. The incumbent will be a key contributor towards building successful relationships across all SLF Canada functional areas.

• Responsible for all aspects of consolidated financial reporting and analysis, earnings and forecasting
• Leading the quarterly consolidated financial reporting effort for SLF Canada, including coordinating ledger close process
• Directly support quarterly attestation of AVP, VP/Controller and Canada CFO that all financial information is complete, accurate and has sufficient and appropriate controls and governance
• Accountable for the governance of accounting and ledger controls including execution of monitoring controls and maintaining a robust and effective control environment
• Effectively partners with SLF Canada functional areas across Canada to support successful implementation of strategic initiatives, process improvements and enhancements
• Demonstrating a consistent focus on building and retaining top talent by creating an exciting, engaged and supportive environment for employees to realize potential

What youll need to succeed:

• 7 to 10 years of progressively increasing experience in a large and preferably public institution subject to OSFI regulation related to reporting, annual audits, regulatory compliance, Internal controls, and implementation of complex accounting guidance.
• Degree in accounting, finance, or other similarly related field of study.
• CPA or CA professional designation with large accounting firm experience preferred
• Capable of quickly gaining a strong understanding of the operations and finances of the Canadian Business Group, its control environment and any key control risks
• Strong accounting, analysis, and reporting skills and a deep understanding of IFRS and SOX controls relevant to the insurance industry
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills combined with good listening skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; success at cultivating strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and creating partnerships at all levels within the organization
• Ability to coach and provide good development feedback
• Unquestionable personal integrity, credibility and professionalism
• Prior Life insurance accounting experience
• Familiarity with Actuarial processes at a high level
• Familiarity with financial software packages such as SAP and Hyperion

As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only as the position includes managing both French and English-speaking staff (Quebec and outside Quebec) and providing daily support to the team.What's in it for you:

• Being a member of the Sun Life family, a group of people united by our Purpose: to help Clients and Employees achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
• In 2024, Sun Life ranked among the top 100 most sustainable global corporations by Corporate Knights for the 15th consecutive year, leading Canadian insurers.
• We are proud to be on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada list by Great Place to Work.
• Were also listed as one of the Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams.
• Our unique Sabbatical Program gives you the opportunity to take up to 6 weeks off, every five years.
• Care Days available for self-care or care of others (i.e., family or others you may support) and Sick Days to support your well-being.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Salary Range: 105,000/105 000 - 175,000/175 000Job Category: FinancePosting End Date: 14/08/2024

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