The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting, we’re seeking a detail‑oriented Senior Financial Analyst to lead period‑end investment reconciliations. You will be the go‑to expert bridging investment operations, custodians, and the general ledger—ensuring our investment portfolio is complete, accurate, and timely for financial reporting.
What to Expect
- Reconcile cash transactions and position activity (buys/sells, income, corporate actions) between the investment custodian(s) and the corporate investment tool (Portia)
- Work closely with the Investments team to analyze variances, identify root causes, and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, amortization/accretion, realized/unrealized gains/losses, investment fees)
- Reconcile the general ledger to the investment portfolios, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate cut‑off
- Monitor compliance with accounting policies under IFRS
- Own month‑end and quarter‑end close deliverables related to investments: reconciliations, financial statement and MDA-related disclosures, variance analysis, and supporting schedules
What you Bring
- Completed post-secondary degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional designation considered an asset (e.g. CPA, CFA)
- Experience with investment accounting/reconciliation, and knowledge of investment products (e.g., equities, bonds, money market; familiarity with derivatives such as futures, options, or FX forwards)
- Strong proficiency with Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization, as well as external parties
- Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Self-starter who can identify opportunities for improvement and execute on them
- Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet firm deadlines
- Experience with investment accounting systems (e.g., Portia) considered an asset
- Knowledge and experience with IFRS considered an asset
Salary Range: $73,500 - $123,500
High degree of proficiency with English required to service customers, both internal to the company and external, across Canada.
About UsActual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid work schedule for most roles
- Company share ownership program
- Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
- Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
- Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
- Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
- Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
- Wellness and recognition programs
- Discounts on products and services
Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.
It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).
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What We Do
Definity Financial Corporation is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative property and casualty insurance brands and companies, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. We focus on making insurance better for our customers, our employees, our broker partners, and our communities. Our promise to employees is to provide a workplace that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. Our inclusive environment provides the space to innovate with colleagues and implement even better ways of doing things. We invest in our employees’ growth and development and help them thrive. With our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, total rewards packages, company share ownership program, and emphasis on work-life balance, it’s better here. If you’re looking for a career where your perspective and expertise are valued, you’ll find it here at Definity.
