Senior Financial Analyst, Petline

Job Description

What can you expect in this role?

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst ( SFA ) , is responsible for providing Petline - Finance customers with value-added information and analysis to assist in their decision-making process.

This role will also work closely with, and under the supervision of the Specialist, Finance. The SFA will be a key contributor in delivering accurate monthly results, including :

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial accounting including the preparation of journal entries, bank, and account reconciliations
• Self-review work performed for reasonability, completeness and accuracy; conduct variance analysis to explain changes, and identify key trends
• Prepare schedules and analysis to support financial statement reporting disclosures
• Preparation of statutory filings including OSFI reporting requirements for Property and Casualty Insurance companies
• Support the accounts payable function
• Support the annual budget and quarterly forecast process
• Support external audits by providing interim and year end sample requests, respond to audit inquiries, and conduct process walk throughs
• Work to continuously enhance current processes and reports in terms of accuracy and efficiency
• Support ad-hoc projects and process improvement initiatives
• Mentor and train junior level analysts; act as a mentor for CPA students
• Conform to the Company’s hybrid policy. Current hybrid environment requires two days per week in the Winnipeg office

What do you bring to this role?

• Completed university degree, preferably in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance
• CPA designation (consideration given where designation is imminent)
• 3-5 years of relevant Finance experience
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy
• Strong MS Excel and analytical skills are required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Self-starter who can identify opportunities for improvement and execute on them
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet firm deadlines
• Ability to analyze and understand the implications of business activities on the financial statements
• Prior experience in financial services industries in general, and insurance specifically, would be an asset

Salary Range is $59,400 - $118,100.

About Us

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team.

We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just nice to have they’re essential to our success.

What’s in it for you?

• 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

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.

Go ahead and expect a lot you deserve it.

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 .

Background checks

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