Student - Finance & Process Improvement

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Location: Hybrid - Toronto (York Mills or University Ave)

Empire life is looking to hire a Student to join our Financial Management team for the fall term from September - December 2025!

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.
• 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.
• The opportunity - collaborate with cross-functional teams and work on a variety of projects that will keep you engaged and continuously learning.
• Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight opportunities for improvement. We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.

What you’ll be working on

• Support finance teams with the process mapping and related documentation
• Support finance teams in monitoring and measuring of key performance metrics
• Generate, evaluate and analyze data and reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Assist with testing and analyzing new finance processes and system implementations
• Assist in designing and analyzing data to identify trends to uncover solutions and opportunities
• Communicate to stakeholders proposals or findings through presentations Support finance functional tasks which may include:
• Procurement and invoice processing,
• Account and investment reconciliations
• Financial planning and analysis
• New product launch testing
• Preparing monthly reporting, including financial models and expense analysis
• Respond to requests and inquiries from Finance business partners

What we’re looking for you to have

• Eligible students must be registered as a full-time post secondary student in an accredited institution that requires completion of a co-op term.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications, strong in excel
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, and ability to present information clearly to a diverse audience
• Knowledge of Accounting, Finance and Data Management
• Interested in pursuing CPA or CFA designations
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks
• Well-developed analytical 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 regular 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
• A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package 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.

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