Senior Actuarial Analyst, Business Planning

Foresters Financial Services, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst in Toronto. The role involves developing financial models and processes for projections, alongside responsibilities in financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should have an ASA designation and at least 4 years of experience in the financial sector, providing an opportunity to drive improvements in reporting and analysis.

Qualifications

• Attained the ASA designation and currently writing Society of Actuaries exams.
• 4 or more years of experience in financial roles.
• Knowledge of life insurance and annuities for both Canada and the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and analysis of financial projection deliverables.
• Maintain financial projection system on multiple reporting basis.
• Implement process improvements for departmental reporting and analysis.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Earnings by Source

Financial Condition Testing

Time Management

Problem Solving

Personal Accountability

Education

ASA designation

4 years experience in financial roles

Tools

AXIS

Microsoft Excel

SQL Server

SSMS

Job description

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Role Title

Senior Actuarial Analyst, Business Planning

Purpose of role

The Senior Actuarial Analyst, Business Planning is part of the Business Planning team working within Foresters Financials' actuarial community. This role involves supporting the development of models and processes for the company’s financial projection analysis, assessing current and projected financial conditions, and implementing strategic action and risk mitigation to support management decision and ensure efficient capital deployment.

The incumbent will gain exposure across a wide range of actuarial disciplines including financial modeling, solvency requirements, valuation and management reporting, insurance/annuity products and fraternal benefits analysis for both Canada and the U.S. He or she will gain experience working with comprehensive financial modelling systems that utilize a variety of actuarial, spreadsheet, database, and reporting software.

Job Description

Key responsibilities/accountabilities

• Support the preparation and analysis of financial projection deliverables: 10-year Business Plan, Financial Condition Testing, Standardized Stress Testing etc.
• Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the financial projection system on multiple reporting basis (e.g. IFRS17, NAIC, LICAT, RBC)
• Support the preparation of quarterly forecast on financial position
• Prepare the necessary calculations for key metrics to support on-going enterprise Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) and Risk Reporting process
• Assist department in analysis of various ad-hoc issues
• Implement process improvements to drive ongoing value from department reporting and analysis
• Prepare appropriate documentation consistent with professional actuarial standards and in compliance with all applicable legislation

Key qualifications/competencies

• Attained the ASA designation and currently writing Society of Actuaries exams with the intention of achieving the FSA & FCIA designations with 4 or more years of experience in financial roles that would ideally include: Financial Reporting, Earnings by Source and/or Financial Condition Testing
• Experience with various computer systems. These include the business modeling and valuation system (e.g. AXIS), Microsoft Office software (e.g. Excel), databases (e.g. SQL Server), and database tools (e.g. SSMS)
• Working knowledge of relational databases and programming languages
• Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task and respond to evolving business needs
• Strong personal accountability
• Results and impact oriented
• Knowledge of the financial services industry, including financial products: life insurance, annuities, segregated funds, mutual funds for both Canada and the U.S
• Knowledge of professional standards, regulatory laws, regulations and guidance issued by the Canadian Institute of Actuaries, the Society of Actuaries and the American Academy of Actuaries, including standards of practice and professional standards preferred

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About Us

Foresters Financial is an international financial services provider with a unique history that began in 1874 when we set out to provide access to life insurance for average, working families. More than 150 years later, we provide life insurance, savings, retirement and investment solutions that help families achieve long-term financial health and security.