Director, Accounting Advisory (18 month contract)

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About the role:

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President (AVP), Accounting Advisory, the Director, Accounting Advisory is responsible for supporting and developing SLF's accounting policies and financial reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The incumbent will participate in the implementation of new accounting standards, researching the accounting implications of business initiatives and other transactions, the review of corporate financial statements and notes, and participate in other projects as required.

Please Note: This is a 12 month long contract role that includes salary and benefits, placing you on Sun Life payroll.

What you'll be doing:

• Work closely with the AVP and partner with business groups to provide advice on the accounting implications of business initiatives and other transactions throughout the organization
• Implement new financial reporting standards as required by IFRS
• Assess impacts on financial reporting processes and internal controls as well as changes to business metrics resulting from new accounting standards
• Prepare and review technical accounting memos on transactions and initiatives, as well as existing applications of IFRS in light of evolving industry practices and benchmarking
• Communicate new accounting standards and external developments in IFRS, including delivering presentations in regular company-wide IFRS education programs
• Review financial statements and notes for the quarterly and annual financial statements required for external reporting
• Coach managers within the team

What you'll need to succeed:

• Accounting designation is required (CPA, CA, CMA or CGA)
• Experience in accounting advisory and an in-depth knowledge of IFRS
• Knowledge of the insurance industry would be an asset
• Strong problem solving, analytical and conceptual skills; can see the "big picture" in a complex environment
• Strong writing and presentation skills in order to present findings/results and recommendations to target audience in a concise manner
• Strong people, process and project leadership skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills - one-on-one and small groups. Ability to deal with conflicts, influencing skills necessary to be able to communicate recommendations and obtain cooperation across functional groups to achieve objectives
• Ability to manage changing priorities; excellent organizational and project management skills
• Self-starter, with accuracy and attention to detail, works well in a team as well as with minimal supervision

What's in it for you:

• Care Days available for self-care or care of others (i.e., family or others you may support) and Sick Days to support your well-being
• Access to short-term assignments or ‘Gigs’ across the organization, to help you develop new skills and connections
• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health - mental, physical, and financial

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 thebrightside@sunlife.com.

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.

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