Senior Financial Accountant (Contract until July 2027)
About The Position
This role is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation, analysis, and delivery of financial information across multiple accounting, reporting, and regulatory frameworks, including US GAAP, US Statutory (US STAT), Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) and other internal or regulatory bases as required. The role works closely with Actuarial, Tax, Treasury, Reinsurance Accounting, and wider Finance stakeholders across PL Re and Pacific Life (PL) to support statutory, regulatory, management, and tax‑related financial deliverables. PL Re’s primary statutory reporting basis is US GAAP. The position is a hands‑on execution role, focused on close, reporting, analysis, reconciliations, and audit support. Responsibilities are centered on delivery within established frameworks, controls, and processes.
Requirements
- 3+ years of post‑qualified experience in (re)insurance or financial services.
- CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
- University degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Strong hands‑on experience with US GAAP financial reporting.
- Experience supporting statutory, management, and/or tax reporting in a regulated environment.
- Exposure to multiple regulatory frameworks (e.g. BMA, NAIC, OSFI, PRA).
- Solid understanding of (re)insurance finance and reporting processes.
- Strong execution mindset with high attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage tight close and reporting deadlines.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and process‑driven.
- Collaborative team player who works effectively across Finance functions.
- Comfortable operating in a global, multi‑time‑zone environment.
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and resilience.
Responsibilities
- Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting across management, statutory, and regulatory bases.
- Support period‑end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, system outputs, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare and analyze financial results and movements, providing clear explanations of variances for management and reporting purposes.
- Support tax reporting and compliance through provision of accurate financial data, analysis, and responses to reviews and audits.
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and ensure timely resolution.
- Perform data validations and analytical reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of reporting outputs.
- Prepare internal management reports and external deliverables, highlighting key performance drivers and outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and Finance policies.
- Liaise with internal and external auditors and advisors, supporting audits, reviews, and information requests.
- Support accurate, complete, and timely cross-functional Finance processes, including Investments, Treasury, and Reinsurance Accounting & Reporting, including working collaboratively with other teams such as Operations, Actuarial, Legal, Risk, and Treasury.
- Support business change through process adherence, documentation updates, and effective hand‑off.
- Assist with onboarding, training, and knowledge sharing within the Finance team.
- Provide ad hoc analysis and support to Finance managers and leadership as required.
Benefits
- 23 days of annual leave (Regular employees) with option to buy or sell more days
- Fertility leave
- Generous parental leave
- Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage for all permanent employees
- Dental & Optical benefits
- RRSP: company-matched contributions
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Subsidized gym membership
- Time off for volunteering
- Charitable matching of employee donations
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
