AVP, Accounting and Controls Transformation

Sun Life•Waterloo, ON

1d•CA$140,000 - CA$225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, Sun Life Health, this role is accountable for leading the transformation of the accounting and control processes supporting the Sun Life Health (SLH) business and sharing relevant improvements with other Business Units, Canadian Finance and the Corporate office as applicable. Transforming the SLH Accounting and Controls processes and technology is critical to accurate and timely financial information for running the business and making strategic decisions. This role will partner with peers across the Finance function to deliver impactful improvements leveraging all of the new financial data, systems and tools available. This role will lead, build, challenge and inspire an inclusive team that is focused on achieving transformative process change, leading to better management insights, faster and increasing shareholder value.

Requirements

Experience in digital and process transformation execution
Experience in leading through change
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
10+ years progressive experience and future-focused outlook
Experience with financial services/insurance industry an asset
CPA or MBA designation with related university degree
Experience in managing strategic initiatives or projects
Strong leadership skills with an ability to work across multiple functions and business groups
Connects the big picture, understands the business and manages complexity across deliverables
Drives for results, optimizes work processes and aligns work to outcomes
Focuses on key internal clients and their needs at senior levels
Operates well in ambiguity and is resilient in changing situations
Adapts leadership style to be effective in different situations and challenges
Works effectively together through engagement and influencing others, collaborates effectively, and optimizes talent
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent financial and business analytic capabilities
Advanced skills in process re-engineering and use of digital and/or AI as part of transformation
Bilingualism (French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only as the position includes managing both French and English-speaking staff (Quebec and outside Quebec) and providing daily support to the team.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of over 40 finance professionals accountable for monthly close process, reinsurance accounting and settlements, financial controls and reconciliations, and audit engagements
Finance leader supporting key initiatives and strategies driven by the Sun Life Health Leadership team
Ensure acquisitions, partnerships and related integrations are appropriately accounted for, and the relevant financial systems and controls are in place
Oversee the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) finance workstream, accountable for CDCP plan, forecast, and all finance deliverables
Drive financial systems, data and controls transformation, including streamlining processes, leveraging automation and AI where applicable, and facilitating a faster and well-controlled financial system
Partner with Corporate and Canadian Finance on the transformation of the financial accounting and control processes in SLH