Please note the base salary will be determined by the successful candidate's education, skills and experience. The listed salary range serves as a general pay guideline for this position's pay level.
Financial Analyst (6-month Contract)
Location: Remote - Anywhere in Canada
Empire Life is looking to hire a Financial Analyst to join our Insurance Finance team for a 6-month contract!
Why pursue this opportunity
The environment - we understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide a supportive work environment that allows our employees to achieve both personal and professional goals.
Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.
Play an integral role - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.
Hone your skills - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your technical, and functional skills.
What you’ll be working on
Data Management & Reporting: Accurately compile and record transaction data from multiple sources into the company’s accounting systems to ensure timely and precise report generation.
Reconciliation & Issue Resolution: Manage daily and monthly bank reconciliations, swiftly identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
General Ledger Management: Monitor, review, analyze, and reconcile General Ledger (GL) accounts, proactively identifying variances and ensuring data accuracy.
Transactional Coordination: Collaborate with various business units to investigate and resolve transactional discrepancies, implementing timely adjustments as necessary.
Cash Flow Analysis & Forecasting: Assist with analyzing and forecasting the company’s short-term cash flow needs, preparing instructions for external partners (banks and custodians) to facilitate efficient fund movement.
Month-End Close & Analysis: Actively participate in the month-end close process, including the analysis and reconciliation of various accounts.
Financial Analysis: Assist in the analysis and interpretation of financial results, providing insights to support decision-making.
Process Improvement: Collaborate with Finance team members to continuously enhance and automate processes and templates, driving efficiency across the team.
Project Participation: Contribute to various projects and initiatives, taking on tasks as assigned to support the organization’s objectives.
Team Support & Collaboration: Provide backup support to team members and other business units as needed, ensuring seamless operations.
Audit Support: Assist with requests from both external and internal auditors, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
What we’re looking for you to have
Completion of a university degree with courses in financial accounting, management and business administration
3+ years of professional work experience within the accounting and finance discipline, preferably in the insurance and/or financial services industry
Experience in the financial services/insurance industry preferred.
Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and database software, with advanced Microsoft Excel competency strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of Accounting Principles
CPA designation or working towards is an asset
Knowledge of Unitrax, Ingenium e-Capsil, c-Capsil and Portia is an asset
High attention to detail/accuracy
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Well-developed communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
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.
Beyond the salary
For permanent 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, that 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
To learn more about working at Empire Life, visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire.
Get to know us
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.
Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca.
