Director, Accounting Advisory

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada Sun Life Full time

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll 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 role**:
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President (AVP), Accounting Advisory, the Director, Accounting Advisory is responsible for supporting and developing SLF's accounting policies and financial reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The incumbent will participate in the implementation of new accounting standards, researching the accounting implications of business initiatives and other transactions, the review of corporate financial statements and notes, and participate in other projects as required.

**What you'll be doing**:

- Work closely with the AVP and partner with business groups to provide advice on the accounting implications of business initiatives and other transactions throughout the organization
- Implement new financial reporting standards as required by IFRS
- Assess impacts on financial reporting processes and internal controls as well as changes to business metrics resulting from new accounting standards
- Communicate new accounting standards and external developments in IFRS, including delivering presentations in regular company-wide IFRS education programs
- Review financial statements and notes for the quarterly and annual financial statements required for external reporting
- Coach managers within the team

**What you'll need to succeed**:

- Accounting designation is required (CPA, CA, CMA or CGA)
- Experience in accounting advisory and an in-depth knowledge of IFRS
- Knowledge of the insurance industry would be an asset
- Strong problem solving, analytical and conceptual skills; can see the "big picture" in a complex environment
- Strong writing and presentation skills in order to present findings/results and recommendations to target audience in a concise manner
- Strong people, process and project leadership skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills - one-on-one and small groups. Ability to deal with conflicts, influencing skills necessary to be able to communicate recommendations and obtain cooperation across functional groups to achieve objectives
- Ability to manage changing priorities; excellent organizational and project management skills
- Self-starter, with accuracy and attention to detail, works well in a team as well as with mínimal supervision

**Why Sun Life**:

- 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
- Access to short-term assignments or ‘Gigs’ across the organization, to help you develop new skills and connections
- Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health - mental, physical, and financial

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 - 175,000/175 000

**Job Category**:
Finance

**Posting End Date**:
06/02/2024

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