Lead Financial Analyst in Business Partnering

4 weeks ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Aviva Full time
About Us:
At Aviva, we believe in the power of collaboration. Our core values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence – guide our actions and decisions.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst specializing in Finance Business Partnering. This role is integral to our strategic business partnering team and reports directly to the Assistant Vice President of Business Partnering.

Key Responsibilities:

Enhancing Business Performance

Ensure that all business decisions are backed by comprehensive financial analysis, utilizing the necessary data resources, analytical tools, structured frameworks, and best practices.

Identify and understand key financial and operational performance drivers, integrating them into our business management reporting processes.

Assist in the development and refinement of efficiency metrics, dashboards, and both financial and non-financial KPIs to facilitate effective performance management.

Prepare financial performance reports for leadership reviews on a monthly basis.

Conduct variance analysis to evaluate financial performance, identifying trends in relation to plans and forecasts.

Play a crucial role in the execution of the annual plan and quarterly forecasts.

Drive improvements in execution by creating standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and dashboards.


Relationship Management
Collaborate closely with the FP&A team and external business partners to anticipate potential challenges and opportunities.

Provide insights into future trends, maintain a broad perspective, influence senior management, and proactively align Finance with other business functions.

Foster strong relationships with the FP&A team and beyond, delivering exceptional client experiences and strengthening cross-functional relationships.


Strategic Management
Ensure that accurate financial assumptions are consistently applied in corporate and business unit strategic planning processes.
Effectively participate in developing planning models that reflect key value drivers in a dynamic environment.
Provide a consistent methodology that assists the business in measuring its performance against strategic and operational plans.
Adopt a digital-first and customer-centric approach.

Performance Measurement and Management Control
Comprehend key financial and operational performance drivers and ensure their consistent integration into business management reporting processes.
Monitor and analyze predictive information that is valuable for decision-making.
Facilitate communication regarding performance in relation to business goals and strategies.
Establish and advance forward-looking planning and budgeting processes to ensure alignment between financial and strategic plans.

Governance and Stewardship
Oversee the implementation of effective financial controls across the business to mitigate undesirable risks.

Align finance processes and priorities with those of the business, adapting as necessary to meet changing needs.

Engage early in product decision-making processes to provide financial insights.


Qualifications:
5+ years of post-qualification experience in financial management, with 3-5 years preferably in a Property & Casualty organization.
This role requires a high degree of independence, visibility, and communication skills.
Possess strong influencing capabilities and demonstrate natural leadership.
Exhibit excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with proven leadership and motivational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives within a structured framework.
Demonstrated leadership skills with a capacity to empower a dedicated team.
Strong understanding of the insurance industry from a strategic perspective.
Experience in contract negotiation, business modeling, acquisitions, and integration.
Solid grasp of financial, strategic, and performance management processes.
Proven ability to embrace and lead change, demonstrating adaptability, decisiveness, and sound judgment.
A degree in Business (Finance, Economics, Accounting & Finance) or equivalent is required.
CA/CPA, CMA, CGA, or equivalent is preferred.

What We Offer:

A competitive rewards package that includes base compensation, eligibility for an annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness initiatives, and volunteer opportunities.

Outstanding career development opportunities and support for professional education.

A competitive vacation package with the option to purchase additional days off.

Employee-driven programs focused on diversity and inclusion.

Corporate wellness programs to support the physical and mental health of our employees.

A hybrid flexible work model.

Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for employees with disabilities throughout their career.



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