Senior Accounting Analyst

The Opportunity

Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.  

If you have experience in financial accounting, regulatory reporting and general ledger operations and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Senior Accounting Analyst to support regulatory reporting and general accounting operations in our Toronto office.  

Reporting to the AVP, Financial Accounting and Reporting, you will be responsible for performing and overseeing regulatory reporting and general accounting activities, ensuring that accounting processes and procedures are followed and completed to support and reinforce key business objectives. You will provide support to the AVP, Financial Accounting and Reporting, communicate and document financial statement impacts to management, and act as an analytical, solutions-oriented partner to cross-functional stakeholders. This role requires an analytical thinker with strong business acumen and technical knowledge, who can manage complex transactions, drive process improvements and help maintain a strong internal control environment.  

This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications. Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals.  

Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in-person presence, which may include time in the office or market-facing engagements.  

What you will do

• Support various types of general ledger and sub-ledger transactions relevant for Group and regulatory reporting.  
• Perform and review internal controls in line with Group internal guidelines.  
• Process complex transactions and related activities, clearly communicating and documenting financial statement impacts to management.  
• Oversee and coordinate the balance sheet reconciliation process in accordance with Group internal control guidelines.  
• Analyze financial statements and ledger accounts and prepare complex spreadsheets; suggest solutions to issues and take responsibility for execution and resolution, collaborating with cross-functional teams.  
• Perform complex accounting research and apply advanced accounting theory to transactions.  
• Identify potential process improvements and efficiencies; develop and present action plans for process improvement to management with a focus on innovation, simplification and customer focus.  
• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and ad hoc tasks, including internal controls supporting internal and external reporting requirements.  
• Research primary financial data sources, select relevant information, analyze key themes and trends, execute and measure effective controls, and make recommendations to inform policy and/or product development.  
• Research best practices and review and analyze detailed business models to support senior management in developing and improving Finance, Accounting & Reporting processes and systems, including leading the testing of new solutions.  
• Act as a technical expert in financial analysis, conducting process reviews and initiating change to contribute to continuous improvement of customer service for internal and external stakeholders.  
• Deliver training to educate team members and increase awareness of existing or new Finance, Accounting & Reporting policies and procedures to optimize performance and increase compliance within the process or product area.  
• Work extended hours during peak periods, as required.  

Job Qualifications - What you bring to the table

Required:  
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and 4 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area  
OR  
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area  
OR  
• Completion of the Zurich Finance Development Program, including a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area  
OR  
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice with 4 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area  
AND  
• Experience with accounting and financial reporting, including general ledger and reporting tools  
• Experience using accounting and treasury principles  

Preferred:  
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and 8 or more years of experience  
• Pursuing a CPA designation  
• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles  
• Insurance industry experience  
• Advanced general ledger transactional experience  
• Project management experience  
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)  
• Technology experience related to one or more of the following areas: general ledger, financial reporting systems, Business Objects or other query/reporting tools  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills  

At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $108,000. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors like office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable compensation range, but starting salaries may exceed this range based on a candidate’s skills and experience.  

Our Culture

• At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.  
• We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.  
• We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.  
• We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.  
We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion.  
• We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.  
• We care about our communities. Our communities are where our customers, people, and shareholders live and work. While we can be proud of the contribution to society Zurich makes through our core business of insurance, we must also give back to our communities through our talent, time and resources.  
• We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. We are proud to be one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and to have received Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award.  

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.   

About Us

Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi-line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid-sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 650 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in-depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at .

A future with Zurich

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. Today, we serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology and insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, Zurich strives to provide ongoing career development opportunities and foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our people, our customers and the communities we serve.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free environment resulting in an accessible organization for employees, customers, and other parties who interact with, or on behalf of, Zurich. We strive to achieve a workplace free of discrimination of all forms, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in a job opportunity, please advise if you require an accommodation, so we can work with you to provide a more accessible process. 

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