About the Company Ourclientoffersglobal lifeinsurance.They are looking foraSenior Finance Systems Analyst to join our Global Finance Transformation team during a period ofsignificant change. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring strong technical accountingexpertisecombined 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 rolerepresentsa compelling opportunity to join the finance team during a dynamic period of transformation. As a Senior Finance Systems Analyst, you will play a critical role in documenting, testing, and delivering on the finance projectobjectives.
Why Work Here - Opportunity for career progression and development - Flexible culture with tenured leaders and a hybrid working arrangement - The companyis going through tremendous growth. Global organization About the Opportunity Enhancement Projects &
• Change Implementation - Lead end-to-end delivery of finance transformation initiatives, including planning, execution, documentation, and stakeholder communication - Design and execute system testing (UAT), including development of test scripts, validation of outputs, and documentation of results - Rebuild andvalidatefinancial reports under new systems to ensure accuracy and completeness - Identifyopportunities to standardize and streamline finance processes across global teams - Collaborate with external implementation partners and internal Technology teams to deliver scalable solutions - Develop clear, structured documentation including business requirements, process flows, and solution designs Stakeholder Engagement &
• Change Management - Proactively engage with global stakeholders across Finance,Technologyand the overall back office - Build strong working relationships with Subject Matter Experts to support successful delivery - Act as a bridge between Finance and Technology, translating business requirements into system solutions - Communicate project status, risks, and decisions effectively to senior stakeholders - Support training and adoption of new systems and processes across the Finance community - Contribute to a structured and disciplined change management approach across transformation initiatives Finance Systems Ownership &
• Change Control - Act as a key Finance representative in the governance, design, and ongoing evolution of finance systems - Partner closely with Technology teams to deliver system enhancements, upgrades, and issue resolution - Support and influence change control processes to ensure alignment with accounting and reporting requirements - Evaluate the financial and operational impact of system changes, ensuringappropriate controlsand auditability - Troubleshoot system and data issues, coordinating resolution across Finance and Technology teams - Provide subject matterexpertiseon financial reporting implications across system changes and transformation initiatives Data Oversight &
• Maintenance - Own andmaintainfinance system data structures, including mappings, hierarchies,
and reporting dimensions - Ensure data integrity and consistency across multiple entities, accounting bases (IFRS, US GAAP, Tax), and reporting environments - Analyzelarge, complex financial data sets toidentifyinconsistencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement - Oversee data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance throughout transformation activities - Collaborate with Technology and data teams to improve data architecture, governance, and controls - Support the creation and validation of reporting outputs, including management reporting and financial disclosures Financial Analysis &
• Reporting Support - Prepare andanalyzefinancial information associated with transformation activities, including journal entries and opening balance sheets - Support reporting requirements during system transitions and cutover periods - Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, global finance teams, and auditors asrequired - Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support to broader finance initiatives About You - Proven experience working with finance systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar) and transformation initiatives - Professional accounting designation (CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) - 4+ years of experience in financial accounting, reporting, and finance transformation or project delivery - Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP, Tax) and financial reporting processes - Experience in multi-entity and multi-GAAP environments (insurance/reinsurance experience is an asset) - Solid data analysis capability with advanced Excel and reporting tools Salary Range $90,000 – $110,000/year When referencing this job, quote#484069 This position for employment is for a current vacancy with Vaco/Highspring’sclient. You must currentlyresidewithin the Greater Toronto Area and bepermittedto work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.
- the individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision perks as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates,
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