Financial Analyst

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

About the role:

This position will be working in the Management Insights & Reporting team within the GB Finance department, accountable for monthly and quarterly reporting. This involves supporting our Quarterly Business Review package and monthly forecast. In addition, this role is responsible for various ad hoc requests and analyses that are prepared to provide management with additional insights on how our business is performing. This position will work in conjunction with the Manager as well as the Director of the Management Insights & Reporting team.

What will you do?

• Assist in the creation of the SLH Quarterly Business Review (QBR) results package by updating relevant files and deck
• Support the forecast process by collecting, validating, and inputting data into financial models, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Conduct thorough data analysis to support strategic decision-making and respond to ad hoc requests from leadership
• Collaborate with different cross-functional teams to streamline information flow and ensure timely delivery of critical financial insights
• Help identify areas for process improvement in data collection and analysis
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of analysis processes

What do you need to succeed?

• 3+ years of Financial Analyst experience
• University Degree
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Curiosity to learn
• Proficiency with MS office package
• Strong initiative, self-motivated and demonstrates ability to work independently and meet timelines within a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Preferred Skills:

• Advance skills in the use of Excel spreadsheets and financial modelling

Unique Requirements:

• As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only for the frequent interactions with English and French-speaking colleagues or internal partners across Canada or worldwide.
• Occasional overtime may be required during month end and quarter end

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work environment
• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture
• 15 vacation days per year
• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
• Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial

Recent Awards:

• We are honoured to be recognized as a 2022, 2023 and 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada
• Great Place to Work® list for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork 2022
• Great Place to Work® list for Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022
• Named “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted.  It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.  In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.  Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results. 

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [email protected].

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

58,000/58 000 - 97,000/97 000

Job Category:

Finance

Posting End Date:

31/03/2025