Senior Financial Analyst, Finance Business Partnering

Aviva

Markham

CAD 70,000 - 110,000

Job description

Apply locations Markham posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R-151878

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva, our values drive everything we do. We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance Business Partnering team, reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Business Partnering for Corporate Expense Management.

Does this sound like your next role? Read on!

What you'll do:

Driving Business Performance

Provide high-quality financial analysis to support business decisions.
Drive expense planning, ensuring business activities align with corporate targets.
Manage expenses proactively to achieve multi-year targets.
Advise on operational reviews and expense planning processes.
Benchmark expense performance against industry standards and recommend improvements.
Deliver timely management information for decision support.
Support initiatives that contribute to business growth.

Cost Management

Implement a framework for expense management team.
Ensure the use of reliable product/customer/segment cost information.
Understand and manage the long-term cost structure.
Challenge and account for Group Recharges.

Relationship Management

Align FP&A with functions such as Capital, Actuarial, Pricing, and Claims.
Collaborate with the FP&A team and external collaborators.
Provide insights and influence senior management.
Strengthen relationships across the organization.

Strategic Management

Ensure accurate financial assumptions in strategic planning.
Develop expense planning models reflecting key value drivers.
Measure performance against strategy and operating plans.
Conduct competitor analyses.
Promote a digital-first and customer-centric approach.

Performance Measurement and Management Control

Integrate key financial and operational drivers into reporting processes.
Develop efficiency metrics, dashboards, and KPIs.
Track and analyze predictive and actionable information.
Communicate performance towards business goals.
Align financial and strategic plans.

Governance/Stewardship

Deploy effective financial controls to mitigate risks.
Adapt finance processes to meet changing business needs.
Participate in business decision-making processes.

Behavioural/Leadership Requirements

Demonstrate a can-do attitude and encourage high performance.
Set and achieve high standards.
Plan and prioritize work effectively.
Develop the capability of team members.
Build strong business relationships.
Make clear, objective decisions.
Identify and capitalize on opportunities.
Support team members through change.
Act consistently with Aviva values.

What you'll bring:

3+ years of post-qualification financial management experience (preferably in a P&C organization).
CPA or equivalent qualification.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Proven leadership and motivational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives within a structured framework.
Strategic understanding of the insurance industry.
Experience with contract negotiation, business modeling, acquisitions, and integration.
Sound understanding of financial, strategic, and performance management processes.
Proven track record of leading change and displaying excellent judgment.

What you’ll get:

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
We’ll support your professional development education.
Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion.
Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
Hybrid flexible work model.