Drive operational accounting and process improvement for Canada Life’s Canadian finance ecosystem, with leadership across close, controls, and team development. Work permanently full time in Toronto, London, or Winnipeg.
As Assistant Vice-President, Accounting, you will lead operational accounting processes and quarterly close activities for Workplace Benefits & Retirement, Individual Insurance, and Wealth. Reporting to the Vice-President, Canada Controller, Financial Planning & Accounting, you will elevate process quality, strengthen internal controls, and foster innovation. The scope includes four direct reports and a broader team of approximately 65 FTE.
Key Responsibilities: Lead quarterly close across three Canada Life business areas
Strengthen internal control practices across accounting operations
Build relationships across Canadian and Lifeco Finance teams
Provide coaching for performance and development
Partner on transactions and strategic accounting initiatives
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required; CPA preferred
10–15 years progressive accounting or operational accounting experience
Knowledge of IFRS and financial services accounting processes
Reliability Status Security Clearance required as condition of employment
Capabilities in results, talent, innovation, and collaboration
Apply operational accounting expertise, control enhancement, and cooperative leadership to advance Canada Life’s finance performance.