AVP Finance responsible for leading expense management and cost transformation at Sun Life. Collaborating with teams to drive financial insights and operational efficiencies across the organization.
Responsibilities
Oversee complex financial reporting & analysis for CXO, aggregating into a narrative for Canada
Present results and analysis to senior management
Provide strategic insights on cost drivers and financial performance
Understand cost structures and help BUs identify optimization opportunities
Develop innovative solutions to enhance financial discipline
Influence and support BUs strategy development
Identify operational risks and propose mitigating strategies
Lead a global team across different time zones
Mentor and develop team members for improved performance
Requirements
Finance and accounting designation (CPA, etc.) with 10+ years of experience in Insurance and/or Financial Services industry
Strategic mindset with understanding of SL Canada businesses and operations
Preference for leaders with knowledge of Client Experience metrics, Digital ways of working
Proven ability to translate complex ideas into simple terms
Demonstrated experience in driving change, transformation, and optimization workstreams
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams during change
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., SAP, Hyperion Planning and Reporting, Tableau)
Familiarity with new technologies for analytical work (i.e. Alteryx, Python)
Strong presentation skills for senior audiences
Bilingualism (French, English) required for Quebec only
Benefits
Unique Sabbatical Program allowing for up to 6 weeks off every five years
Care Days available for self-care or care of others
Sick Days to support well-being
Various incentive plans participation based on individual and company performance
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