Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance Business Partnering team, reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Business Partnering for Corporate Expense Management.
Come join our team!
What you’ll do:
Expense Management
- Lead the development and monitoring of expense budgets across departments.
- Analyze expense trends and variances, providing actionable insights to business leaders.
- Implement cost control measures and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies.
- Drive expense planning, ensuring business activities align with corporate targets.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements related to expense reporting.
- Challenge and account for Group Recharges
Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted advisor to business units, translating financial data into strategic insights.
- Support department heads in financial planning, forecasting, and performance reviews.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to align financial goals with business objectives.
- Provide high-quality financial analysis to support business decisions.
- Present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual expense reports with commentary.
- Develop financial models to support scenario planning and investment decisions.
- Assist in the preparation of board-level presentations and regulatory filings.
- Monitor KPIs and financial metrics relevant to insurance operations.
Process Improvement & Systems
- Drive automation and process improvements in expense tracking and reporting.
- Partner with IT and finance systems teams to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
- Support the implementation of financial systems and tools.
- Deploy effective financial controls to mitigate risks.
What you’ll bring:
- 3+ years of post-qualification financial management experience (preferably in a P&C organization).
- CPA or equivalent qualification.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives within a structured framework.
- Strategic understanding of the insurance industry.
- Sound understanding of financial, strategic, and performance management processes.
- Proven track record of leading change and displaying excellent judgment.
What you’ll get:
- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
- We’ll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
- Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health
- Hybrid flexible work model
Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is an existing position which has been posted both internally & externally.
Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.
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