Accounting Specialist

Assumption Life; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and incentive

Pension

Benefits package

Training and development

Volunteer day

Family/pet care leave

Downtown Moncton location

Job summary

Assumption Life is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join its Finance team in Moncton. The role is a senior finance resource leading technical accounting, IFRS implementations, and regulatory compliance.

You will guide the team on complex issues and contribute to strategic projects. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation with strong IFRS knowledge, regulatory insight, and advanced Excel skills, while communicating effectively in both French and English.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Significant experience in a similar role is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of IFRS and regulatory requirements (FCNB, OSFI, AMF, CLHIA) is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills for analysis and reporting.
• Bilingual in French and English (written and spoken).
• Experience leading projects and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quarterly and annual corporate, regulatory, and segregated fund financial statements preparation.
• Act as technical accounting expert guiding team and promoting best practices.
• Perform in-depth financial analyses to support management decisions.
• Coordinate annual audit activities and liaise with external auditors.
• Analyze and implement new IFRS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead strategic projects including process improvements and internal controls.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Excel proficiency

Bilingual (FR/EN)

Financial controls

Leadership/mentoring

Communication

Insurance industry knowledge

Education

CPA designation

Job description

The Accounting Specialist serves as a senior member and technical resource within the Finance team, playing a key role in the delivery of accurate and compliant financial information. Participates in the coordination of the preparation of corporate, regulatory, and segregated fund financial statements, this individual performs complex analyses, supports audit activities, and ensures the implementation of IFRS accounting standards and regulatory requirements. In addition, the Accounting Specialist leads strategic projects, provides technical guidance to team members, and supports decision-making through deep accounting expertise and strong technical leadership.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, the incumbent should possess the following qualifications:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required. Significant experience in a similar role is considered a strong asset.
• Extensive knowledge of financial accounting, including hands-on experience with IFRS standards. Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FCNB, OSFI, AMF, CLHIA) is considered an asset;
• Comprehensive understanding of the full accounting cycle and the financial information systems that support it;
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for the analysis, preparation, and validation of complex financial data and reports;
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess the impact on the business of accounting and regulatory changes and recommend best practices;
• Bilingualism required (French and English, both written and spoken);
• Demonstrated expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of financial controls, as well as continuous process improvement;
• roven leadership abilities, including mentoring colleagues, coordinating projects, and serving as a technical resource for the team;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively support Management in decision-making;
• Knowledge of the insurance industry and its unique accounting requirements is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the coordination of the quarterly and annual preparation of corporate, regulatory, and segregated fund financial statements.
• Serve as a technical accounting expert by guiding team members, resolving complex accounting issues, and promoting best practices across the organization.
• Perform in-depth financial analyses and provide insights and recommendations to support management decision-making.
• Participate in the coordination of the annual audit activities and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Analyze and implement new IFRS accounting standards and regulatory requirements to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Lead strategic projects involving process improvements, financial systems enhancements, and the implementation of new internal controls.
• Design, maintain, and evaluate financial controls to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information.

• The chance to be part of a dynamic, high-performing team that adheres to the following ethical values: leadership, collaboration, trust and commitment;
• Training and development opportunities;
• A comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits;
• A dynamic location in downtown Moncton;
• A paid volunteer day;
• Time off to care for family members and pets.