Associate Planning

Associate Planning & Performance Analyst The Opportunity Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values‑driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada. If you have experience in Finance and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Associate Planning and Performance Analyst (FP&A) to play a key supporting role within the planning and performance team. Your focus will be on helping senior analysts deliver accurate, timely, and insightful reports and dashboards. Reporting to the Head of Planning & Performance Management for Zurich Canada, you will ensure our data is reliable by assisting with reconciliation and process improvements. This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This is a Hybrid role. What you will do Dive deep into financial and operational data—gather, analyze, and reconcile insights that drive accurate reporting and empower smarter business decisions. Own the numbers by preparing dynamic reports, refreshing dashboards, and ensuring data integrity across multiple systems to keep stakeholders informed and confident. Be the problem‑solver—investigate discrepancies, untangle data issues, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to key decision‑makers. Make an impact on major initiatives—lead short‑term projects and play a key role in larger finance operations efforts through strategic planning, risk assessments, and quality reviews. Drive compliance and excellence by evaluating financial data, processes, and practices against local and global standards, recommending meaningful corrective actions where needed. Spot opportunities for change—assess processes to uncover efficiency gaps and recommend innovative solutions that elevate quality and performance. Shape the future of operations by standardizing workflows, enhancing reporting tools, and contributing to the evolution of processes that improve overall service delivery. Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or Data Science or a related field. OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in Finance, Business, Economics, or Data Science or a related field. OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and experience in Finance, Business, Economics, or Data Science or a related field. Knowledge of accounting or finance principles. Preferred Team player who takes ownership of assigned tasks. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong Microsoft Office experience. Our Culture At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome. We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact. We care about our employees’ well‑being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package. We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that. We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion. We are committed to continuous improvement, and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources. We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5‑Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award. About Us Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi‑line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid‑sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in‑depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at #J-18808-Ljbffr