Posted: June 26, 2026
Director, Accounting Advisory - Sun Life, Toronto is listed at Sun Life in Toronto, ON. The Beaver Board aggregates this opening from the employer's career page — apply using the button below to reach the official application. Browse more jobs at Sun Life.
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Accounting Advisory, this Director role at Sun Life in Toronto is pivotal in shaping the company's accounting policies and ensuring robust financial reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The position involves actively participating in the implementation of new accounting standards, a critical function for maintaining compliance and accuracy in the dynamic financial sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the financial life of a leading Canadian insurer, ensuring the integrity of its accounting practices and supporting its strategic business objectives.
The Director, Accounting Advisory will collaborate closely with various business groups, offering expert advice on the accounting implications of diverse business initiatives and transactions across the organization. A core responsibility includes assessing the impacts of new financial reporting standards on processes, internal controls, and key business metrics. This involves preparing and reviewing detailed technical accounting memos, ensuring existing IFRS applications align with evolving industry practices and benchmarking. Furthermore, the role involves communicating new accounting standards and external developments in IFRS through company-wide education programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning and compliance. Quarterly and annual financial statements and notes for external reporting will also be meticulously reviewed, ensuring accuracy and adherence to all relevant standards. These responsibilities are crucial for maintaining Sun Life's strong financial standing and transparent reporting, directly impacting the company's financial health and reputation.
To succeed in this Director, Accounting Advisory role, candidates must possess a recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA) alongside extensive experience in accounting advisory and an in-depth knowledge of IFRS. While not mandatory, familiarity with the insurance industry would be a valuable asset, given Sun Life's core business. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conceptual skills are essential for navigating complex financial environments and seeing the "big picture." Excellent writing and presentation skills are required to effectively communicate findings, results, and recommendations to various audiences. The ability to manage changing priorities, coupled with strong organizational and project management skills, will be critical. Sun Life values strong people, process, and project leadership skills, along with excellent verbal communication abilities, including the capacity to influence and foster cooperation across functional groups. This role offers a chance to develop leadership skills and contribute to a company recognized for its sustainability and as a top workplace in Canada, enhancing one's professional life and career trajectory within the financial services sector.
