Student, Accounting Analyst (Winter & Summer 2027)

Sun Life Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Sun Life Financial is seeking a motivated Accounting Analyst, Co-op for an 8-month term (Jan 2027–Aug 2027) in Toronto. This hybrid role supports the Financial Reporting team with quarter and year-end processes and related initiatives.

You will develop skills toward CPA designation and gain exposure to governance and external audit activities. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements for non-public entities, assisting with process improvements, and collaborating across teams to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a university level degree, with the intention to obtain a CPA designation.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal direction and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to be proactive - thinking several steps ahead to understand and address needs.
• Ability to thrive in an environment with pressing deadlines and constantly changing conditions.
• Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership ability.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal relations to interact professionally with people at all levels of the company.
• Proficiency working with Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn new software applications quickly.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Must possess a high level of commitment and dedication to the role and the team.
• Flexibility and commitment to work significant overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Quarter end/year end reporting responsibilities for financial statement preparation.
• Help in process improvement projects and initiatives during the off-quarter/ year end work.
• Review external financial statements including proof reading, checking data inputs, and validation checks.
• Participate in a world-class training program as you work towards your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Under supervision, prepare financial statements for non-public companies for governance and tax reporting.
• Ensure effective delivery, filing, and record keeping to support the external audit process.
• Provide project control of audit process by collecting and tracking audit requirements and ensuring timely deliverables.
• Other ad-hoc projects as required.

Skills

CPA track/goal

Strong communication

Proactive problem solving

Time management

Independent with minimal direction

Education

University degree with CPA track

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Job description

Job Description

Length of term: 8 months (Winter/Summer 2027) January 2027 - August 2027

Hybrid: This co-op opportunity will have a combination of in-person and remote work. Remote work outside of Canada will not be a possibility.

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting, the Accounting Analyst, Co-op will support the Financial Reporting team with quarter and year end processes as well as other related projects and initiatives.

What will you do?

• Quarter end/year end reporting responsibilities for financial statement preparation
• Help in process improvement projects and initiatives during the off-quarter/ year end work
• Review external financial statements including proof reading, checking data inputs, and validation checks
• Participate in a world-class training program as you work towards your Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Under supervision, prepare financial statements for non-public companies for governance and tax reporting
• Ensure effective delivery, filing, and record keeping to support the external audit process
• Provide project control of audit process by collecting and tracking audit requirements and ensuring timely deliverables
• Other ad-hoc projects as required

What do you need to succeed?

• Pursing a university level degree, with the intention to obtain a CPA designation.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal direction and frequent interruptions
• Ability to be proactive - thinking several steps ahead to understand and address needs
• Ability to thrive in an environment with pressing deadlines and constantly changing conditions
• Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership ability
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal relations to interact professionally with people at all levels of the company
• Proficiency working with Windows and Microsoft Office
• Ability to learn new software applications quickly
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Must possess a high level of commitment and dedication to the role and the team
• Flexibility and commitment to work significant overtime as required

What's in it for you?

At Sun Life, you will be joining a purpose driven organization focused on helping Canadian’s achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As a student, you’ll make a real impact by contributing to meaningful work, gaining valuable experience and actively working towards your team’s goals. You’ll join our unique student culture, designed to help you grow both personally and professionally beyond your role.

We offer professional development workshops, student awards, socials and many more exciting opportunities.

We are honored to be recognized as Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates and Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2025.

Your student journey is just the beginning and we're proud to help many who choose Sun Life to transition into permanent roles after graduation.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for.

The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life.

A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to [e-mail].

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category: Temporary Employee Posting End Date: 24/09/2026

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