Job Description
About the role :
The Manager, Finance Reporting Solutions - Technology is a strategic and hands-on technical expert within Sun Life’s Enterprise Finance team. This role drives the design, development, and enhancement of finance technology platforms with a focus on the systems supporting the “last mile” ecosystem (Workiva, Longview, SAP). This role leads process improvement initiatives and partners with Finance and IT teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensure system integrity, and support Sun Life's high-performance culture.
What will you do?
- Act as the key design and development lead with the Workiva Data Management Suite, including reporting templates, data integrations, and automation
- Liaise between business and IT to deliver system enhancements, resolve issues, and lead change management to new processes
- Drive strategic process improvement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, to deliver creative solutions to business problems
- Act as a subject matter expert for finance systems, providing training, technical guidance, and troubleshooting
- Support the development activities and maintenance of Longview Close application
- Ensure compliance with Sun Life’s security and computing standards
- Develop and maintain system documentation and training materials
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
What do you need to succeed?
5+ Years of experience with finance systems, process improvement, and technology integration2 to 3+ years of experience in system design and configuration, with specialized expertise in ETL processesUniversity degree or college diploma in Finance, Information Technology, or related disciplineAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel (experience with Pivot Tables / V-look ups.)Exceptional verbal and written communication skillsStrong programming skills (SQL, VBA, Python)Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage complex applications, and drive outcomes through influenceStrategic, improvement-driven thinker who proactively connects technical solutions to business objectivesPreferred Skills :
Prior experience with Workiva's Data Management suite and Longview Close is highly valuedUnique Requirements :
Occasional evening / weekend work and travel between Sun Life locations.What's in it for you?
Hybrid work environmentA friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture20 vacation days per yearFlexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your familyPension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial securityThe opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potentialAccess to our Global Learning Centre, available 24 / 7 for your learning needsWellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financialRecent Awards :
We are honoured to be recognized as a 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® CanadaGreat Place to Work® list for Best Workplaces for #HybridWork 2022Great Place to Work® list for Best Workplaces for Professional Development in Canada 2022Named “ Best Places to Work ” by Glassdoor, 2021 and 2023