Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

Who is Allstate:
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "
You’re in Good Hands®"
promise.Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do. Role Designation:
Hybrid Benefits to joining AllstateFlexible Work ArrangementsEmployee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loansComprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributionsAnnual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeingPersonal reflection day Tuition Reimbursement Working within the community and giving back!Job description:
We are actively looking to hire a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, who acts as a team lead for the Financial Reporting team to oversee the timely preparation of periodic audited financial statements and regulatory filings, synthesizes, monitors, analyzes, and summarizes financial results of broader scope and complexity for leadership decision-making, applies International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and reconciles differences for U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) purposes, provides financial reporting and operations expertise for cross-functional projects and teams, and investigates and recommends reporting process enhancements. Accountabilities:
Financial Analysis &
Reporting Prepares monthly financial statements, records journal entries, and ensures that all financial information is captured accurately to analyze, monitor, and summarize financial results for the leadership team. Reviews and performs detailed account reconciliations to ensure information is complete and all accounts balance. Checks for reasonableness of data and obvious discrepancies;
resolves discrepancies.Reviews, prepares, and files moderately complex, timely, and accurate periodic consolidated and non-consolidated statutory financial statements for ACG entities with note disclosures. Coordinates the collection of pertinent note disclosure information. Leads, prepares, and reviews the filing of broadly complex, timely, and accurate quarterly and annual regulatory financial statements with note disclosures for ACG entities;
presents financial results, implications, and issues to various entities. Provides information and responds to requests from internal and external auditors and regulatory bodies. Conducts detailed, broadly complex financial analysis to evaluate results against targets and prior years, identify significant issues, and provide information and recommendations for leadership decision-making. Develops / Reviews detailed financial projections for leadership decision-making. Develops and implements the cross-functional year-end reporting schedule, including deadlines / timelines for cross-functional areas and external auditors. Leads external audits and liaises between auditors and business partners. Provides financial reporting and operations expertise to perform ad hoc, value-added, and detailed analysis for cross-functional projects and teams. Represents the team in discussions with the Accounting Research team to gain approval of IFRS assessments and coordinate the team's IFRS analysis program. Team Leadership &
Practice Improvement Acts as a team lead for the Financial Reporting team. Conducts the first review of periodic reporting deliverables and ad hoc analyses produced by other team members. Trains less experienced team members (e.G. regulatory filing requirements, the use of templates, tools, databases, and processes, etc.). Creates documentation (e.G. new information templates, tracking tools, databases, etc.) and retrieval processes and recommends improvements or policy changes. Researches and maintains knowledge of current and future developments in legal and regulatory issues and accounting standards, treatments, and best practices to ensure compliance with standards. Reviews and updates internal accounting policies and procedures;
communicates updates tointernal stakeholders to ensure compliance. Resolves conflicting data sources and advises on new controls. Proactively assesses, recommends, and implements improvements in financial reporting processes and controls. Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Business, Finance, or Accounting.A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Requires 4+ years of related experience in financial reporting, preferably in a financial services or insurance organization OR 3+ years of related experience in a public accounting firm. Experience complying with accounting standards (e.G. IFRS, US GAAP), and best practices. Knowledge of legal and regulatory financial reporting requirements. Proficiency in System Applications and Products (SAP) or similar accounting software.MS Office Suite with advanced Excel (e.G. VLOOKUP, INDEX, pivot tables, etc.). Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Project coordination, prioritization, and time management skills with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines. Bonus qualification:
Knowledge of IFRS 17 is a strong asset.Proficiency in Power BI and/or Tableau is an asset.Experience with MS Analysis for Office is an advantage.Experience with MS Excel macros is a strong asset.Allstate Canada Group has policies and practices that provide workplace accommodations. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.