Manager, Corporate Accounting

Empire Life Investments Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Life Investments Inc. is seeking a Manager, Corporate Accounting to build out the investee and subsidiary accounting framework, lead monthly close, and drive process improvements.

You will collaborate with internal teams, ensure governance over period-end, and support audits, with hybrid work options and travel to Kingston.

The role emphasizes technical accounting, internal controls, and scalable reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• Completion of a university degree with courses in accounting, business and mathematics.
• 4 to 6 years of progressive accounting experience ideally in the financial services/insurance industry.
• Experience working in entities reporting within the IFRS framework.
• Experience designing and implementing processes and controls.
• Experience with consolidation, intercompany, and equity accounting.
• Experience working in multi-entity and independently operated environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel competency (e.g., pivot tables, LOOKUPS, complex formulas) and experience with other Microsoft Office suite tools.
• Experience working in ERP systems such as Microsoft AX/ Dynamics, Workday, or Oracle/ NetSuite.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for interacting with team members, internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt within a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and scale standardized operating procedures for monitoring subsidiary and minority interest investment accounting.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain standard reporting packages and information from subsidiary and minority interest entities.
• Create and maintain documentation for established standard operating procedures.
• Establish a structured governance cadence to oversee period-end accounting, subsidiary integrations, and carrying costs.
• Develop standardized, scalable reporting processes to give leadership clear visibility into investee performance and risks.
• Liaise with Internal auditors on ICOFR controls planning and monitoring processes.
• Review the reporting packages to identify accounting issues, unexpected business activities and other key considerations as applicable for Empire Life.
• Complete period end accounting for minority interests and subsidiary consolidations.
• Lead proactive investigations and resolve issues directly with subsidiaries, minority interest entities, or line of business teams.
• Lead subsidiary accounting policy reviews, integration, and ongoing oversight.

Skills

Advanced Excel

IFRS knowledge

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

University degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft AX/Dynamics

Workday

Oracle/NetSuite

Job description

Location: Remote - Anywhere in Canada, Hybrid - Toronto, Kingston, Montreal

The total target compensation (TTC) range, including salary and target bonus, is $108,300 - $158,300. This TTC range is applicable to permanent roles only; fixed-term contract and casual roles are not eligible for annual bonus and would receive only the base salary component.

Empire Life is looking to hire a Manager, Corporate Accounting to join our Corporate Accounting team! We are actively seeking candidates to fill a current, open position.

The Manager plays a critical role in the build out of key areas of the Corporate Accounting function. This role will combine technical and operational accounting knowledge in hands-on process improvement. They will lead monthly close activities and build scalable processes. The primary focus areas will be accounting for investments in subsidiaries and associates, control oversight, and technical accounting. This is a unique opportunity where you will be accountable for building out and launching a new process and framework for financial oversight and monitoring of our investee entities and subsidiaries. The incumbent will execute independently and in collaboration with other business units and team members under the guidance of the Director, Corporate Accounting.

Why pursue this opportunity

Impactful work - get the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have a positive impact on our customers, our company, and society as a whole.

Play an integral role - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.

What you’ll be working on

Process Build-Out & Investee Oversight

Design, implement, and scale standardized operating procedures for monitoring subsidiary and minority interest investment accounting.

Develop, deploy, and maintain standard reporting packages and information from subsidiary and minority interest entities.

Create and maintain documentation for established standard operating procedures.

Establish a structured governance cadence to oversee period-end accounting, subsidiary integrations, and carrying costs.

Develop standardized, scalable reporting processes to give leadership clear visibility into investee performance and risks.

Leverage available data and technical tooling to support process enhancement.

Internal Controls & Subsidiary Assessment

Assess and evaluate the internal control over financial reporting (“ICFOR”) environments at the subsidiary level to identify financial risks or process gaps.

Partner collaboratively with subsidiaries to assist them in the development, maintenance, and remediation of sufficient, appropriate internal controls.

Bridge the gap between corporate compliance expectations and the operational realities of our investees.

Support the oversight of Empire’s ICOFR framework.

Liaise with Internal auditors on ICFOR controls planning and monitoring processes

Technical Accounting & Core Execution

Review the reporting packages to identify accounting issues, unexpected business activities and other key considerations as applicable for Empire Life.

Complete period end accounting for minority interests and subsidiary consolidations.

Lead proactive investigations and resolve issues directly with subsidiaries, minority interest entities, or line of business teams.

Lead subsidiary accounting policy reviews, integration, and ongoing oversight.

Understand and speak to the parent-company accounting impacts of new business initiatives.

Manage assigned period-end working papers and review detailed reconciliations for assigned General Ledger accounts.

Research complex accounting issues and draft technical accounting memos addressing operational, controls, and cross-functional impacts.

Assist with implementation of accounting memo conclusions.

Support requests during internal and external audits.

Participate in other projects as assigned.

What we’re looking for you to have

Completion of a university degree with courses in accounting, business and mathematics.

4 to 6 years of progressive accounting experience ideally in the financial services/insurance industry.

Experience working in entities reporting within the IFRS framework.

Experience designing and implementing processes and controls.

Experience with consolidation, intercompany, and equity accounting.

Experience working in multi-entity and independently operated environments.

Experience working with multiple contributors and stakeholders.

Advanced Microsoft Excel competency (e.g., pivot tables, LOOKUPS, complex formulas) and experience with other Microsoft Office suite tools.

Experience working in ERP systems such as Microsoft AX/ Dynamics, Workday, or Oracle/ NetSuite.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for interacting with team members, internal and external stakeholders.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt within a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy and strong attention to detail.

It would be nice for you to have

Experience working with data querying/reporting tools such as Power BI

Experience with Workday

Working Conditions

Empire Life operates under Hybrid work environment. Staff working remotely are required to work within Canada.

Occasional travel to the Kingston Head Office is required.

Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.

Beyond the salary

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

Competitive salaries with annual pay increases

Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non-sales positions

A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, which includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account

Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.

Four weeks annual vacation from hire date

A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching

Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave

Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs

Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and welcome everyone to participate in our application process. We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined. A pplicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process. If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact [e-mail]