Intermediate Financial Analyst, FP&A

Location: Hybrid - Toronto, ON

Empire Life is looking to hire an Intermediate Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team.

The Intermediate Financial Analyst reports to the Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis, within Corporate Finance. The FP&A team is responsible for planning, analysis, and ongoing reporting of financial performance on behalf of the CFO. This role supports critical FP&A functions and partners with internal stakeholders to deliver key elements of our financial planning and performance analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to inform and guide business decision-making, driving improved results through excellence in financial planning and analysis.

Why pursue this opportunity

The role -this is a new position and your chance to join a growing team, while being provided the opportunity to make an impact.

The opportunity - collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What you'll be working on

• Responsible for timely and accurate production of management and board reporting

• Produce scheduled management reports and supporting financial analysis, including performance against forecast, plan, and prior year to support ongoing and ad-hoc business performance management.

• Conduct financial and performance analysis, e.g. variance analysis, assessing key drivers and trends, and communicate findings to management.
• Maintain and enhance financial models and analyses that support management reporting activities, peer benchmarking, and reporting requirements under IFRS17.
• Engage with business line management and actuarial partners to support the development of annual expense budgets, revenue plan, and forecasts.
• Help ensure business results are well understood, including their impact on overall financial performance and implications for planning and forecasting decisions.

• Research and provide technical FP&A support and guidance

• Assist in developing analytical solutions and recommendations based on an understanding of business strategy, stakeholder needs, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide support on enterprise-wide accounting and finance initiatives (e.g., ERP transformation, process efficiencies, automation, etc.).
• Liaise with lines of business stakeholders as needed to gather information and provide financial insight.
• Support with ad hoc financial and analytical requests.
• Support the regular delivery of external stakeholder reporting, including submissions to regulators and rating agencies.
• Support business initiatives and process improvement projects.
• Perform defined processes and operational controls as outlined in department process documentation.
• Maintain and improve procedures and process documentation to ensure they are effective and up to date.

• Bachelor's degree in business is required, preference for Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 2-3 years of work experience in the finance or insurance industry, preferably in FP&A or a similar analytical role
• Pursuing CPA or CFA designation is an asset
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to manage large data sets from multiple sources/systems and build complex financial models
• Experience with PowerBI or other data visualization tools is an asset
• Experience with an ERP system in a Finance role is an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to think logically, analyze and solve problems
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Tact, diplomacy and the ability to handle confidential information
• If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non-sales positions
• Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, which includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account
• Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• A cash employee referral program

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Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

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