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About the Role

The Assistant Vice President, Finance is responsible for external financial reporting and analysis, representing the Finance team in projects related to business line expansion, and improving departmental processes and efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Implement new IFRS accounting standards and Regulatory standards.
• Manage compliance with regulatory requirements, including regulatory reporting, tax filings, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with SVP and Executive team to provide actionable financial insights.
• Provide training and oversight to junior team members.
• Collaborate with the accounting software service provider to implement improvements/changes to reports and system functionalities.
• Work with external auditors to ensure an efficient and timely year-end audit and interim reviews.
• Develop and implement additional controls to improve the accuracy and efficiency of processes.
• Continually assess financial reporting processes and implement measures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist with banking activities, such as approval of certain payments.
• Liaise with the investment manager and investment service providers as required to ensure accurate reporting of investments.
• Assist with the annual budgeting process and preparation of the Company’s annual budget.
• Collaborate with other Group Finance staff to support overall Company goals and objectives, while responding to inquiries regarding financial results and special reporting requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business/commerce with an emphasis in Accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in interpretation and implementation of IFRS standards, especially those relating to the Insurance Sector.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years in the accounting and financial reporting area.
• Must have proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Netsuite or similar accounting system is an asset.
• Experience with system implementation and automation is a definite advantage.

Skills

• Strong leadership
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to convey technical information to a wide range of audiences
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment
• Strong organizational, planning and project management skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

Location

• Toronto

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 10+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• CPA

Salary/Compensations

• $140,000 - $180,000

About the Company

• Trisura is a young, growth-oriented team committed to exceptional talent and has been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017.
• Trisura, headquartered in the heart of Canada’s financial district, is a specialty lines insurer with a focus on Surety, Specialty Insurance, Property & Casualty, and Warranty products.
• Trisura brings innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of both national and regional brokerage firms.
• The company, founded in 2006, and operating across North America with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Halifax, Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver, Stamford. Denver, Chicago, Philadelphia and Oklahoma City, is uniquely positioned to satisfy all varieties of risk in Contract, Commercial and Developer Surety, Directors' and Officers' Liability, Fidelity, and Professional Liability including Media Liability, as well as Warranty products.
• trisura.com/careers

Equal Opportunity

• We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.