AVP, Planning and Performance Management

Zurich; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance provider is seeking an AVP, Planning and Performance Management in Toronto, Ontario. This role focuses on financial analysis and business partnering to develop insights influencing company strategy. Candidates should have extensive experience in financial performance within the P&C insurance sector, including knowledge of IFRS 17 standards and tools like SAP and Power BI. The position embraces a hybrid work model, requiring three days a week in person, along with great benefits including a competitive salary and a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Four weeks vacation per year

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in financial performance and analytics in P&C insurance.
• Knowledge of IFRS 17 accounting standards.
• Experience in portfolio management or strategic finance/FP&A.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver complex financial reports and insights.
• Lead analytical reviews of business initiatives.
• Evaluate the impact of external changes on the business.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Data visualization

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice

Tools

Advanced Excel

SAP/BW

Power BI

Tableau

Anaplan

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values‑driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the world's most impactful global insurance provider? Look no further than Zurich Canada.

If you have experience in financial analysis and modeling and are seeking a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently looking for an AVP, Planning and Performance Management, who brings a consulting mindset and strategic orientation to financial analysis, to join our Finance Planning & Performance Management Team. Rather than focusing on traditional accounting tasks, this role centers on business partnering, building financial models, supporting decision‑making, and developing insights that influence company strategy.

Reporting to the Head of Planning & Performance Management for Zurich Canada, you will lead analytical reviews of business initiatives, support the development and communication of financial and strategic plans, and collaborate cross‑functionally to align financial objectives with business goals.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications. Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.

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

• Act as a trusted finance partner and subject matter expert on financial performance; prepare and deliver complex financial reports, analysis, and insights, with commentary and recommendations to aid strategic decision‑making.
• Develop and provide comprehensive financial analysis in support of the business unit and enterprise‑wide initiatives.
• Generate solutions to complex financial issues, combining a big‑picture view with detailed analytics to deliver actionable insights and ensure alignment between strategic and financial plans.
• Evaluate the impact of external changes (e.g., regulatory, market) on the business unit and assigned department.
• Lead and support special projects and business initiatives, including ‘deep dives’ into specific areas of concern.
• Help enhance and automate FP&A tools, processes, and management insights capabilities.

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 or more years of experience in financial performance and analytics, in P&C Insurance.

OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in financial performance and analytics, in P&C Insurance.

OR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an associate degree with 7 or more years of experience in the financial performance and analytics, in a P&C Insurance.

AND

• Knowledge of IFRS 17 accounting standards
• Tools: Advanced Excel; SAP/BW; planning tools (e.g., Anaplan/Adaptive); data visualization (Power BI/Tableau)
• Financial modeling experience

Preferred:

• Strong analytical skills and ability to process complex data, identify trends, and ensure accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; influence without authority and tell a compelling story with data
• Commercial P&C insurance industry experience, with previous exposure to Alternative Risk Solutions such as captives, programs, or MGAs
• 3-5 years of experience in portfolio management, technical underwriting, or a strategic finance/FP&A role
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with a strong attention to detail
• Proven consulting skills, including stakeholder engagement, strategic problem‑solving, and delivering actionable insights to senior leadership
• MBA and/or CPA a plus but not required

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 $120,000 - $148,000. 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.

Our Culture

• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
• We care about our employees’ well‑being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
• We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.
• We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.
• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

About Us

Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi‑line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid‑sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in‑depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at www.zurichcanada.com.

A future with Zurich

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property‑casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500® . Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier‑free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process.

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