Job descriptionJob TitleSenior Finance Systems Analyst, Finance TransformationJob DescriptionAbout UsWe are a rapidly growing global life reinsurer, working with our clients around the world to manage their mortality, longevity, and morbidity risk. We also provide Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection, Hospital Cash and Longevity reinsurance products and services to our clients. Today, we are one of the largest and most experienced in the longevity market and are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America and Australia.We have a relaxed but hard-working culture and providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is important to us. We have a wide range of benefits and regular social activities, including quarterly socials and wellness initiatives.The RolePacific Life Re ("PL Re") is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality and operational excellence across the organization. After a significant global expansion and a strategic push to standardize systems and platforms worldwide, PL Re is embarking on a comprehensive back-office transformation program. Simultaneously, Finance is implementing multiple initiatives to enhance capabilities in response to evolving business demands and complex transactions.We are seeking a high-performing Senior Finance Systems Analyst to join our Global Finance Transformation team during a period of significant change.This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting expertise combined with transformation delivery capability. You will work closely with Finance, Technology, and global stakeholders to design, test, and implement system and process improvements, while ensuring the integrity of financial reporting throughout.This role represents a compelling opportunity to join the finance team during a dynamic period of transformation. As a senior financial accountant, you will play a critical role in documenting, testing, and delivering on the finance project objectives.This role is on-site 4 days per week and work from home 1 day per week in Toronto, ON.Main DutiesEnhancement Projects & Change ImplementationLead end-to-end delivery of finance transformation initiatives, including planning, execution, documentation, and stakeholder communicationDesign and execute system testing (UAT), including development of test scripts, validation of outputs, and documentation of resultsRebuild and validate financial reports under new systems to ensure accuracy and completenessIdentify opportunities to standardize and streamline finance processes across global teamsCollaborate with external implementation partners and internal Technology teams to deliver scalable solutionsDevelop clear, structured documentation including business requirements, process flows, and solution designsStakeholder Engagement & Change ManagementProactively engage with global stakeholders across Finance, Technology and the overall back officeBuild strong working relationships with Subject Matter Experts to support successful deliveryAct as a bridge between Finance and Technology, translating business requirements into system solutionsCommunicate project status, risks, and decisions effectively to senior stakeholdersSupport training and adoption of new systems and processes across the Finance communityContribute to a structured and disciplined change management approach across transformation initiativesFinance Systems Ownership & Change ControlAct as a key Finance representative in the governance, design, and ongoing evolution of finance systemsPartner closely with Technology teams to deliver system enhancements, upgrades, and issue resolutionSupport and influence change control processes to ensure alignment with accounting and reporting requirementsEvaluate the financial and operational impact of system changes, ensuring appropriate controls and auditabilityTroubleshoot system and data issues, coordinating resolution across Finance and Technology teamsProvide subject matter expertise on financial reporting implications across system changes and transformation initiativesData Oversight & MaintenanceOwn and maintain finance system data structures, including mappings, hierarchies, and reporting dimensionsEnsure data integrity and consistency across multiple entities, accounting bases (IFRS, US GAAP, Tax), and reporting environmentsAnalyze large, complex financial data sets to identify inconsistencies, risks, and opportunities for improvementOversee data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance throughout transformation activitiesCollaborate with Technology and data teams to improve data architecture, governance, and controlsSupport the creation and validation of reporting outputs, including management reporting and financial disclosuresFinancial Analysis & Reporting SupportPrepare and analyze financial information associated with transformation activities, including journal entries and opening balance sheetsSupport reporting requirements during system transitions and cutover periodsCollaborate with Corporate Accounting, global finance teams, and auditors as requiredProvide ad hoc financial analysis and support to broader finance initiativesQualifications & ExperienceProven experience working with finance systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar) and transformation initiativesProfessional accounting designation (CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)4+ years of experience in financial accounting, reporting, and finance transformation or project deliveryStrong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP, Tax) and financial reporting processesExperience in multi-entity and multi-GAAP environments (insurance/reinsurance experience is an asset)Strong data analysis capability with advanced Excel and reporting toolsSkills & CompetenciesStrong ownership mindset with the ability to lead workstreams and deliver outcomesExcellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills across global teamsAbility to partner effectively with both Finance and Technology stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailProven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentHigh-quality documentation and communication skillsProactive, adaptable, and continuous improvement-focusedSalary range: $90,990 - $106,155 CAD per yearCompensation RangeThe compensation range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location.Working For Pacific Life ReEvery person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.BenefitsLeave23 days of annual leave (Regular employees) with option to buy or sell more daysFertility leaveGenerous parental leaveHealthcareGroup Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage for all permanent employeesDental & Optical benefitsSavings & RetirementRRSP: company-matched contributionsWellnessEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramSubsidized gym membershipTime off for volunteeringCharitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.Pacific Life Re ValuesPlease click here to view our company valuesUse of AIAs part of our commitment to a fair and efficient hiring experience, we want to inform you that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing resumes, and during the assessment process, including through platforms like HireVue. These tools help us identify relevant qualifications and streamline evaluations, but final decisions are always made by our hiring team. #J-18808-Ljbffr
