About this role
<p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Permanent Full Time </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:white">-</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">The Associate Manager, Finance & Reporting, is a key financial and technical resource for the Workplace Solutions and Canada Operations and Business Enablement Expense Management team. The incumbent will be responsible for the development of financial models and tools that will provide the basis of the expense budget and other financial initiatives. The financial information and analysis provided will enable the senior management team to manage the various aspects of the business.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">The incumbent will also use the tools created to present monthly expense results and insight to management and be an active participant in the creation of the annual expense budgets.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>What you will do</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Develop and update Power BI dashboards to provide insightful information to management on FTE & expenses for Workplace Solutions</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Coordinate and manage the annual expense budget process including development and maintenance of budget models, built in assumptions, and expense targets</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Oversee the reporting and analysis of expense variances and re-projections on a monthly basis</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Collaborate with team members on continuous improvement ideas; implement improvements and provide training to colleagues</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Project work analyzing expense impacts on changes</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Management and quarterly reporting of expense allocations</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Presentation of expense information and insights to management, including senior management</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>What you will bring</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Professional accounting designation and/or a minimum of five years of related experience</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Proven Power BI and database management skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word; proficiency in MS Access an asset</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Proven leadership abilities</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Strong interpersonal and team player skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Well-developed oral and written communication skills</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London or Winnipeg.</span></p><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:white">-</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">The base salary for this position is between <strong>$75,600 - $125,600 </strong>annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Grow with Canada Life</strong> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><em>We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country. </em> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><em>We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!</em> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>What we offer</strong>: </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: </span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Career Development</strong>: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Health & Wellness:</strong> Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being. </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Time Off:</strong> In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day. </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Financial Security:</strong> Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Rewards and Recognition: </strong>Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!<strong> </strong> </span></li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:dimgray"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong>Emphasis on Community</strong>: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events. </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">Learn more about <a style="color:dimgray" href="https://www.canadalife.com/about-us.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Canada Life</a>. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><em>We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact </em><a style="color:dimgray" href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>[email protected]</em></a><em>. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.</em> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray"><strong><em>Canada Life</em></strong><strong><em> </em></strong><strong><em>would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted</em></strong>. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:dimgray">#LI-Hybrid </span></p>