Associate Director, SLC Finance - SLC Management

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$387/US$286 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.

Job Description:

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

Reporting to the Senior Director, Legal Entity Reporting & Advisory, the Associate Director serves as a member of the SLC Finance team and is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of new reporting processes post SLC legal entity restructuring and management reporting and legal entity reporting of SLC and its affiliates. In addition, this individual will partner closely with the SLC Accounting team to assist with month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations and performing analytics as required.

The ideal candidate possesses strong accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in financial reporting and month-end close processes. A proactive problem solver who can work independently, demonstrating an inquiring mindset with a passion for leveraging new technologies to drive process improvements. The ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is essential for this role.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design, develop, and manage the ongoing preparation of new financial reports and analytics for management reporting and legal entity reporting resulting from the SLC legal entity restructuring.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes for SLC and its affiliates, including the accounting close, chart of value requests, intercompany processes, equity pickup, and related controls.
• Lead statutory audits, liaising with external auditors and internal stake holders to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Engage in future projects to enhance existing reporting and accounting processes through implementation of digital solutions (Longview Close, Power BI, Workiva etc.).
• Conduct accounting research and benchmarking to support complex transactions and ensure compliance with IFRS.
• Collaborate with various SLC teams, learn new accounting requirements, provide accounting insights, and assist with issue resolutions.
• Support various ad hoc accounting and reporting activities, including process improvement initiatives, preparation of process documentation.
  
  

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s degree with experience in finance or reporting related functions (5-7 years) combined with a finance background.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) will be strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to summarize detailed information to relevant stakeholders.
• Self-starter with ability to drive progress and execute on assigned deliverables.
• Strong problem solving, financial analysis and conceptual skills and ability to work independently.
• Keen attention to detail with an inquiring mindset to strive for process efficiencies and improvements.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage varying deadlines.
• Strong experience with the effective use of financial reporting systems and tools.
• Aptitude to coach and mentor more junior level staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; Experience with SAP, Oracle, Power BI, and/or Tableau will be an asset.
• Experience with working at a Financial Institution especially in the Asset Management space will be a valuable asset.
  
  

NOTE:

• Some overtime will be required during peak reporting periods (month and quarter ends).
  
  

Why SLC Management?

• Opportunity to work for a growing global institutional asset manager
• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading maternity, parental and adoption leave top up program, a partially-paid sabbatical program and much more
• Pension, stock and savings programs with an employer-paid match to help build and enhance your future financial security
• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture focused on career growth development #WeWinAsATeam
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Award winning workplace culture - Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S., “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, Award for Excellence for Mental Health at Work, “Best Places to Work in Money Management” by Pension & Investments
  
  

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

78,000/78 000 - 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 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 [email protected].

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.