Financial Analyst, Pension Management - London, Canada - Canada Life Assurance Company

Canada Life Assurance Company

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst in our Pension Management team.

As a Financial Analyst, you will perform various tasks and administrative functions that assist the team with oversight of the corporate pension arrangements.

This role will collaborate closely with other HR team members, other areas across the organization as well as contact with external vendors.

Reporting to the Director, Pension Management, you will have the opportunity to grow your skill set and contribute to the continuous improvement of pension management practices and processes.

What you will do

Prepare monthly reconciliations for multiple registered pension plan funds (defined benefit and defined contribution plans)
Reconcile quarterly balance sheet/expense reporting entries for corporate financial reporting and internal audit processes
Assist with the preparation of annual pension plan financial statements
Manage external vendor invoices, review, and coordinate payment authorizations
Coordinate with internal audit team members and external audit personnel to complete required audit activities (monthly, quarterly, and annual projects)
Assist with preparation of regulatory filings and senior management pension committee reporting
Communicate with internal and external vendor contacts to address any errors or concerns
Collaborate with other team members to ensure the quality of and efficiency of daytoday activities
Handle special projects as required

What you will bring

Experience working with registered pension plan assets or letters of credit related to pension plans is an asset
Postsecondary education (preferably in mathematics, statistics, or investments) is an asset or a combination of relevant education and experience
Experience with SAP financial reporting modules is an asset
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations for inconsistencies in data
Exceptional attention to detail with an ability to balance multiple competing priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills in an effective and professional manner
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office with demonstrated analytical and mathematical skills

**Be your best at Canada Life

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed.

You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

***Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations._
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee _

- has the opportunity to_
- reach their potential._

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Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted_**.

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