SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. We are breaking new ground with a full spectrum of solutions for a growing institutional client base of more than 1400 organizations. Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with over CA$422/US$304 billion in assets under management (AUM). As a subsidiary of Sun Life, we are aligned with one of the world’s leading financial services companies, and benefit from the stability and strength of that relationship.
We are a performance-driven organization with a deliberate focus on fostering a development-focused, inclusive culture revolving around our Core Values of being client obsessed, valuing each other, acting with speed and having an owner’s mindset As part of our team, you play a role in fulfilling our purpose and making a difference. We offer a rewarding work environment that is filled with opportunity for growth where you will be empowered to meet the challenges of a highly competitive landscape.
Visit our website to learn more and for the most up to date AUM information.
SLC Management offers a mix of in-office and virtual work where our employees are empowered to do their best. Generally, employees are expected to work three or more days in-office each week with flexibility depending on their business, client and team needs.
This position is for a 12-month contract.
Reporting to the Senior Director,SLCAccounting and Controls,theSenior Associate,serves as a member of the SLC Finance team andis responsibleforsupporting thelegal entity accounting,reportingand controlprocesses includingdata inputs into SLC’s Management Equity Plan (MEP).In addition, the role supportsthemonthly and quarterlyaccountingandreportingcloseprocesses as well assupport variousSLC initiatives. This role offers an excellent opportunity to interact with many groups acrossSLC and Sun Lifeas we continue to build the business. It also provides exposure to various aspects of finance such as accounting, reporting, and analytics.The ideal candidate willbe a self-driven individualwho takes ownership and pridein their work,have an inquiring mindset with a passion forworking withnew technologyand processes,andability to navigate through ambiguity
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Co-ordinate and completevariousaspects of themonthly and quarterly finance functionsincluding the accounting close, chart of value requests,reconciliations,reportingand analytics.
Support SLC projects and initiatives through the preparation and posting of journal entries in SAP, ensuring balances areaccurateand aligned with reporting and accounting requirements
Assistin the preparation of legal entity financial statements, performing detailed analytical reviews and investigating variances to ensure accuracy and completeness
Support compliance and regulatory reporting requirements, includingexcess minimum capital calculationsand participation fees
Support audits by coordinating deliverables, preparing audit samples, and liaising with internal stakeholders to address auditor requests.
Collaborate with various SLC teams to operationalize new processes including process documentation.
Identifyand implement process efficiencies including the use of automation.
Establish andmaintainrobust governance and financial controls
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Bachelor’s degree with experience infinance orreporting relatedfunctions (5-7years) combined with afinance background.
Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) will be strongly preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability tosummarizedetailedinformationto relevant stakeholders
Self-starterwithability todrive progress andexecute on assigned deliverables
Strong problem solvingandtime management skills.
Keenattention to detail with an inquiring mindsetto strive for process efficiencies and improvements
Abilityto build andmaintainstrong relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization
Strong experience with the effective use of financial reporting systems and tools.Experience with SAP preferred.
Ability tooperatein an environment experiencing rapid change, and work under pressure to meet demanding response times, while paying strict attention to detail.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; Experience withPower BI,and/or Tableau will be an asset.
Experience with working at a Financial Institution especially in the Asset Management space will bea valuable asset
Notes/Unique Requirements:
Some overtime will berequiredduring peak reporting periods (monthendand quarter ends)
Why SLC Management?
SLC Management is a regulated business, and this means that there are certain financial reporting and trading preclearance requirements for all employees. Successful candidates will be required to declare personal investment accounts and securities investments as well as seek preclearance on future transactions including those of household members.
Job Category:
Finance
Salary Range
80,000/80 000 - 128,000/128 000
We are committed to pay transparency and equity. The base salary range for this role is competitive and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined by your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on individual and overall business performance along with a broad range of competitive benefits.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.
We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations. 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 thebrightside@sunlife.com
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Sun Life is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
We provide a wide range of insurance and investment products and services in key markets around the world including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Indonesia. At Sun Life, we have more than 34,000 employees and 112,900 advisors worldwide.
Websites:
Canada www.sunlife.ca/en/
US www.sunlife.com/us/en/
Vietnam www.sunlife.com.vn
Hong Kong www.sunlife.com.hk
Indonesia www.sunlife.co.id
Malaysia www.sunlife.com.my
Philippines www.sunlife.com.ph
