Sr Analyst, Financial- Financial Reporting

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.

What can you expect in this role?                                                                                    

• Support the preparation of financial reporting materials, including quarterly and annual financial statements, MD&A, financial news releases, and monthly management commentary
• Preparing journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and monthly analyses
• Assist in the implementation of new financial accounting standards
• Providing finance customers with value-added financial information and analysis to assist in their decision-making process
• Interact with other business units to obtain and/or provide financial information
• Self-review work performed for reasonability, accuracy and completeness

What do you bring to this role?

• University or college degree in business, finance, or related program
• A CPA accounting designation, or working towards a CPA accounting designation
• Prior experience in a financial reporting role or a role auditing financial reporting
• Strong work ethic and commitment to operational excellence
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Flexibility to deal with time sensitive ad hoc requests as they arise
• Professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions, whether with customers or co-workers
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it, and we’ve got it: 

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: [email protected]

Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).

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