Financial Analyst, Contract Surety - Vancouver

Trisura Group; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trisura Group in Vancouver is seeking a Financial Analyst, Contract Surety to join our downtown hybrid team. You will underwrite new surety business, assess financial strength, and monitor account performance while building long-term relationships with clients and partners.

The role requires a BCom or BA in Accounting/Finance and 2–5 years in construction, surety, or related fields, with strong analytical and communication skills, plus proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ progressive experience in Construction, Surety, Accounting, Finance or Banking.
• Strong financial statement analysis skills including revenue recognition and cash flow analysis.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business applications for surety according to company standards.
• Analyze, assess and monitor the financial strength of new and existing account business.
• Negotiate specific terms and conditions for the issuance of surety bonds.
• Regular monitoring of various construction developments, projects and exposures.
• Develop new business through networking and marketing with clients, consultants, lawyers, etc.
• Represent Trisura at various associations and industry related functions.
• Search for solutions to complex problems with the ability to bring creativity to underwriting risks.
• Expand upon industry knowledge to improve underwriting decisions through courses and training.

Skills

Construction experience

Surety experience

Financial statement analysis

Revenue recognition

Education

BCom or BA with Accounting or Finance focus

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

At Trisura, we expect more because we believe it can be done better. We are a young, growth oriented team with a commitment to exceptional talent and have been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. Our growth and our entrepreneurial style, niche market position and development opportunities ensure that our people see the results of their commitment reflected in the company’s success. We are currently seeking a qualified individual to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team of Surety Underwriters in our downtown Vancouver office.

FINANCIAL ANALYST, CONTRACT SURETY

VANCOUVER

As an integral member of the team, you will bring

• Demonstrated capability for outstanding customer service and building long-term relationships.
• Exceptional financial statement analysis skills including a thorough understanding of revenue recognition, changes in financial position and cashflow analysis
• An interest in the construction and development industry.
• Proven track record for quick, accurate problem resolution.
• Passion for excellence and detail orientation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Strong work ethic, good organizational skills and the ability to work well, both independently and in a team-based environment.
• A logical, process-oriented work style.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Exceptional working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business applications for surety according to company standards.
• Analyze, assess and monitor the financial strength of new and existing account business.
• Negotiate specific terms and conditions for the issuance of surety bonds.
• Regular monitoring of various construction developments, projects and exposures.
• Develop new business through networking and marketing with clients, consultants, lawyers, etc.
• Represent Trisura at various associations and industry related functions.
• Search for solutions to complex problems with the ability to bring creativity to underwriting risks.
• Expand upon industry knowledge to improve underwriting decisions through courses and training.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of BCom, or BA with Accounting or Finance focus.
• Minimum 2-5 years’ progressive experience in Construction, Surety, Accounting, Finance or Banking (commercial lending).

Location:

• Downtown Vancouver – Hybrid

Salary:

• The expected salary in this position is within the range of $65,000 - $80,000

This salary range reflects the expected base compensation for the role across Canada. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and scope of responsibilities. Trisura provides this range in good faith in accordance with applicable legislation.

This position is for an existing, currently vacant position.

We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Trisura, headquartered in the heart of Canada’s financial district, is a specialty lines insurer with a focus on Surety, Specialty Insurance, Property & Casualty, and Warranty products.

Trisura brings innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of both national and regional brokerage firms.

The company, founded in 2006, and operating across North America with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Halifax, Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver, Stamford. Denver, Chicago, Philadelphia and Oklahoma City, is uniquely positioned to satisfy all varieties of risk in Contract, Commercial and Developer Surety, Directors' and Officers' Liability, Fidelity, and Professional Liability including Media Liability, as well as Warranty products.

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