Senior Accounting Analyst

Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Senior Accounting Analyst to support regulatory reporting and general accounting operations in our Toronto office.

Reporting to the AVP, Financial Accounting and Reporting, you will be responsible for performing and overseeing regulatory reporting and general accounting activities, ensuring that accounting processes and procedures are followed and completed to support and reinforce key business objectives. You will provide support to the AVP, Financial Accounting and Reporting, communicate and document financial statement impacts to management, and act as an analytical, solutions-oriented partner to cross-functional stakeholders. This role requires an analytical thinker with strong business acumen and technical knowledge, who can manage complex transactions, drive process improvements and help maintain a strong internal control environment.

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements.

What you will do
• Support various types of general ledger and sub-ledger transactions relevant for Group and regulatory reporting.
• Perform and review internal controls in line with Group internal guidelines.
• Process complex transactions and related activities, clearly communicating and documenting financial statement impacts to management.
• Oversee and coordinate the balance sheet reconciliation process in accordance with Group internal control guidelines.
• Analyze financial statements and ledger accounts and prepare complex spreadsheets; suggest solutions to issues and take responsibility for execution and resolution, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Perform complex accounting research and apply advanced accounting theory to transactions.
• Identify potential process improvements and efficiencies; develop and present action plans for process improvement to management with a focus on innovation, simplification and customer focus.
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and ad hoc tasks, including internal controls supporting internal and external reporting requirements.
• Research primary financial data sources, select relevant information, analyze key themes and trends, execute and measure effective controls, and make recommendations to inform policy and/or product development.
• Research best practices and review and analyze detailed business models to support senior management in developing and improving Finance, Accounting & Reporting processes and systems, including leading the testing of new solutions.
• Act as a technical expert in financial analysis, conducting process reviews and initiating change to contribute to continuous improvement of customer service for internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver training to educate team members and increase awareness of existing or new Finance, Accounting & Reporting policies and procedures to optimize performance and increase compliance within the process or product area.
• Work extended hours during peak periods, as required.

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

Required:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 4 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area
OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area
OR
• Completion of the Zurich Finance Development Program, including a Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area
OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with 4 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area
AND
• Experience with accounting and financial reporting, including general ledger and reporting tools
• Experience using accounting and treasury principles

Preferred:
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 8 or more years of experience
• Pursuing a CPA designation
• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles
• Insurance industry experience
• Advanced general ledger transactional experience
• Project management experience
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
• Technology experience related to one or more of the following areas: general ledger, financial reporting systems, Business Objects or other query/reporting tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $108,000. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors like office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable compensation range, but starting salaries may exceed this range based on a candidate's skills and experience.

Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements.