Shape accounting leadership for Canada Life’s financial services businesses, overseeing quarterly close, controls, and people development. The permanent full-time role is available in Toronto, London, or Winnipeg. The Assistant Vice-President, Accounting & Controls leads key components of Canada’s finance accounting ecosystem. You will oversee quarterly accounting close for Workplace Advantages & Retirement, Individual Insurance, and Wealth, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Reporting to the Vice-President, Canada Controller, Financial Planning & Accounting, you will lead four direct reports and support a broader approximately 65-FTE team. Key Responsibilities:
Oversee complete quarterly accounting close activities Drive accurate, timely,
and complete accounting results Foster internal controls and continuous improvement Develop team performance through coaching Operationalize accounting impacts from new transactions Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required; CPA preferred 10–15 years progressive accounting experience Strong IFRS and financial services accounting knowledge Reliability Status Security Clearance required before employment access Ability to develop talent and build partnerships Use executive accounting judgment, IFRS knowledge, and controls leadership to support Canada Life’s diverse Canadian finance operations.