Accounting Policy and Reporting Specialist

4 months ago

Ottawa, Canada Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association Full time

**About the CLHIA**:
The CLHIA is the respected voice of Canada's Life and Health insurers. Our work concerns the lives of all Canadians. We work alongside our members to advance public policy solutions that ensure a sound and vibrant life and health insurance industry that allows Canadians to enjoy greater financial security and access to valuable supplementary health benefits. Every day at the CLHIA, we bring:

- our authentic selves to the job
- our best ideas to every challenge
- our open minds to other perspectives
- our full trust in one another’s abilities
- our commitment to exemplify respect, accountability, teamwork, and excellence in how we work together; and
- our genuine enthusiasm for a job well done - whether it’s your own achievement or someone else’s.

We are a stable and secure association that has been busier than ever. We are a small close-knit team that works together to make sure the association runs smoothly. This position is currently a hybrid, 6 month position, where you are expected to attend the Toronto or Ottawa office at least 2 days a week.

**The Right Fit**:
We believe the kind of person you are matters. We have a culture of respect and caring, and we want employees who will thrive in our environment. When we hire, we consider your potential and how you may fit with our team.

**You will succeed here if you are**:
An excellent communicator - you will be collaborating with not only our internal team but with stakeholders and member companies. Your ability to communicate clearly and with several different parties will support your success.
Independent - you are self-motivated and manage your time well. You are able to organize your day to meet often conflicting priorities and deadlines.
Flexible - this is a position where you will have to approach an issue through different angles and the ability to analyze a situation or problem.
A Team player - you work well and efficiently with others.

**The Position**:
The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association Inc. (CLHIA) has an opening for an Accounting Policy and Reporting Specialist to fill a 6-month contract, working hybrid out of our Toronto or Ottawa office.
Reporting to the Vice President, Taxation, Pension and Reporting, the Accounting Policy and Reporting Specialist is responsible for work on financial reporting related issues, such as responding to exposure drafts issued International Accounting Standards Board’s (IASB) and the Accounting Standards Board (AcSB) in Canada. This includes climate and sustainability reporting requirements for the industry. The individual would also help coordinate and support facilitating working group meetings with members on accounting and reporting matters.

Please note this role is not handling accounting duties for the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association.

**What you will be working on**:

- Monitoring external developments at the IASB, AcSB, Canadian and International sustainability and climate change standards as well developments at the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). Identifying key issues of interest and concern and the potential impacts to the industry in order to develop policy options, make recommendations and contribute to/prepare policy related documents (e.g. reports, submissions).
- Supporting efforts to build consensus on industry policy positions, including through supporting member company committees and working groups.
- Contributing to the work of CLHIA committees and working groups by working closely with CLHIA’s staff, members and other stakeholders to build consensus on industry policy positions.
- Contributing to or preparing submissions or other briefings to advance the industry's interests with regulators and other stakeholders.

**What you will bring**:
Knowledge, Skills, Professional Qualifications and Experience
- University degree in Financial Accounting with at least 1-2 years of related experience
- CPA or equivalent designation, an asset
- Knowledge of industry issues re IFRSs, including developments of new standards (Business Combinations, Primary Financial Statements, IFRS 9 and 17), an asset
- Experience with member-based organizations, an asset
- Experience participating in and supporting committees/working groups, and asset
- Ability to converse in French would be an asset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint

**How to apply**:
The CLHIA is committed to ensuring fair and inclusive employment practices. On request, we provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. If you require accommodation, please advise us. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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