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We are looking for a strategic leader to join our team as AVP, FP&A and Actuarial Transformation. This role is pivotal in driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic initiatives that enhance business profitability and operational efficiency. Beyond traditional financial reporting, you will lead actuarial transformation efforts, optimizing processes, systems, and outcomes to shape the future of the company’s actuarial function.
This role requires a strong communicator who can collaborate across departments, including Actuarial, Finance, IT, and the CEO’s office, to drive innovation, efficiency, and business impact. The ideal candidate is both an analytical thinker and a strategic influencer who can articulate and execute a clear vision for change while inspiring stakeholders at all levels.
We are looking for a strategic leader to join our team as AVP, FP&A and Actuarial Transformation. This role is pivotal in driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic initiatives that enhance business profitability and operational efficiency. Beyond traditional financial reporting, you will lead actuarial transformation efforts, optimizing processes, systems, and outcomes to shape the future of the company’s actuarial function.
This role requires a strong communicator who can collaborate across departments, including Actuarial, Finance, IT, and the CEO’s office, to drive innovation, efficiency, and business impact. The ideal candidate is both an analytical thinker and a strategic influencer who can articulate and execute a clear vision for change while inspiring stakeholders at all levels.
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\n What you will do\n
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- \nOversee financial results reporting, including QBR/QFR and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insightful analysis to drive business decisions; \n
- \nLead the development of financial forecasts, early performance indicators, and enhanced forecasting models; \n
- \nDrive innovation and transformation initiatives to enhance actuarial processes, financial modeling, and reporting efficiency; \n
- \nSpearhead strategic actuarial transformation initiatives, optimizing business insight and impact with a P&L-driven approach; \n
- \nCollaborate with pricing, valuation, and ALM teams to assess and report on business profitability, investment income, and capital performance; \n
- \nLead financial planning (G&P process), ensuring alignment with business strategy and long-term goals; \n
- \nBuild and nurture a high-performing team, attracting and developing top actuarial and financial talent; \n
- \nChampion a culture of change and continuous improvement, identifying inefficiencies and enhancing actuarial operations; \n
- \nServe as a strategic partner to business and IT leaders, shaping efficient processes for valuation, modeling, forecasting, and reporting; \n
- \nPresent complex financial and actuarial insights to executive leadership and the Board, influencing key business decisions. \n
\n What you will bring\n
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- \nThe education. Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (FCIA) or Society of Actuaries (FSA) preferred. A CPA designation is an asset. \n
- \nThe experience. 12+ years of experience in the insurance industry, with exposure to financial planning, risk management, actuarial functions, and strategic business initiatives. Proven leadership experience in driving transformation and change management, particularly within actuarial and financial operations. Experience leading high-performing teams, mentoring talent, and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. Strong background in financial modeling, reporting, valuation, pricing, and profitability analysis. \n
- \nThe skills. Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and communicate a compelling vision for actuarial transformation. Strong financial acumen, with expertise in analyzing business performance and driving data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience influencing executive leadership and Board members. Collaboration and stakeholder engagement, with a proven ability to build consensus across departments and drive alignment. Problem-solving and analytical abilities, capable of identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions. \n
- \nThe knowledge. Deep understanding of the insurance industry, regulatory landscape, financial reporting requirements, and actuarial best practices. Familiarity with emerging trends, technology, and legislative developments impacting actuarial and financial functions. \n
\n Why join?\n
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\n\n\n \nWhen you’re a part of Securian Canada, you’re a member of an agile and innovative, high-performing, bright-thinking, make-things-happen culture – so that together, we can discover the art of possible.
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\nAt our company, we see your potential on day one and challenge you to grow your unique strengths as you create a career filled with opportunity, collaboration, and purpose.
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\nYou’ll also be part of a team that’s committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who values diverse perspectives, so that you can be the person you want to be – both in, and outside, work.
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\nSecurian Canada offers a competitive total rewards program with a variety of perks and benefits, including:
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- \nFlexible work arrangements with monthly financial allocations to support your work-life balance; \n
- \nGenerous starting paid vacation time, plus additional vacation days for every year of service; \n
- \nPaid volunteer day so you can dedicate time to a cause you are passionate about; \n
- \nPaid personal and wellness days to support your total wellbeing; \n
- \nEducational assistance of up to $3,500 a year (with approval from your manager); \n
- \nFlexible health and wellness account (in addition to comprehensive drug and dental coverage)
to help pay for a wide range of wellbeing services that are meaningful to you; \n - \nUp to 14% of combined contributions to the RRSP matching program; \n
- \nFamily-friendly maternity/parental leave and, \n
- \nMany, more benefits, perks and programs. \n
\nIf you have at least 70% of the qualifications we're looking for, want to work in a fast-growing, leading and progressive company, and feel driven to help Canadians and their families build secure futures – we want to hear from you!
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\nTake the first step in building your future with Securian Canada. Apply now.
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\nSecurian Canada is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment and equal access to employment for all qualified applicants. As such, upon request, Securian Canada will work with applicants that require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact careers@securiancanada.ca for accommodation requests. All information shared during any accommodation request process will be stored and used only in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Securian Canada/Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company policies.
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\n About Securian Canada\n
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We’re here for all Canadians and their families – however they define family. Our practical, life-ready insurance and protection solutions are designed to help provide financial security, so that Canadians can spend more time making every moment count.
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For more than 65 years, we’ve been giving Canadians the confidence to face life’s uncertainties. With offices in Toronto, Montreal, Burnaby, Waterloo and Winnipeg, Securian Canada brings together strong local roots and expertise, a North American footprint, and a global perspective – all while innovating at the speed the markets we serve expect.
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Together with our U.S. parent company, Securian Financial, we are a leading insurance provider in the Canadian Financial Institution and Association & Affinity markets. We offer insurance solutions built with genuine care – providing specialized experiences to those we serve.
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\nWhat we do every day to be our very best
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Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren't afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.
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\n\n\n AVP, Financial Planning Analysis and Actuarial Transformation
March 20 2025
Industries
Bank, Insurance, Financial services
Categories Accounts payable,
Montreal, QC • Full time
Who we need
We are looking for a strategic leader to join our team as AVP, FP&A and Actuarial Transformation. This role is pivotal in driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic initiatives that enhance business profitability and operational efficiency. Beyond traditional financial reporting, you will lead actuarial transformation efforts, optimizing processes, systems, and outcomes to shape the future of the company’s actuarial function.
This role requires a strong communicator who can collaborate across departments, including Actuarial, Finance, IT, and the CEO’s office, to drive innovation, efficiency, and business impact. The ideal candidate is both an analytical thinker and a strategic influencer who can articulate and execute a clear vision for change while inspiring stakeholders at all levels.
We are looking for a strategic leader to join our team as AVP, FP&A and Actuarial Transformation. This role is pivotal in driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic initiatives that enhance business profitability and operational efficiency. Beyond traditional financial reporting, you will lead actuarial transformation efforts, optimizing processes, systems, and outcomes to shape the future of the company’s actuarial function.
This role requires a strong communicator who can collaborate across departments, including Actuarial, Finance, IT, and the CEO’s office, to drive innovation, efficiency, and business impact. The ideal candidate is both an analytical thinker and a strategic influencer who can articulate and execute a clear vision for change while inspiring stakeholders at all levels.
What you will do
- Oversee financial results reporting, including QBR/QFR and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insightful analysis to drive business decisions;
- Lead the development of financial forecasts, early performance indicators, and enhanced forecasting models;
- Drive innovation and transformation initiatives to enhance actuarial processes, financial modeling, and reporting efficiency;
- Spearhead strategic actuarial transformation initiatives, optimizing business insight and impact with a P&L-driven approach;
- Collaborate with pricing, valuation, and ALM teams to assess and report on business profitability, investment income, and capital performance;
- Lead financial planning (G&P process), ensuring alignment with business strategy and long-term goals;
- Build and nurture a high-performing team, attracting and developing top actuarial and financial talent;
- Champion a culture of change and continuous improvement, identifying inefficiencies and enhancing actuarial operations;
- Serve as a strategic partner to business and IT leaders, shaping efficient processes for valuation, modeling, forecasting, and reporting;
- Present complex financial and actuarial insights to executive leadership and the Board, influencing key business decisions.
What you will bring
- The education. Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (FCIA) or Society of Actuaries (FSA) preferred. A CPA designation is an asset.
- The experience. 12+ years of experience in the insurance industry, with exposure to financial planning, risk management, actuarial functions, and strategic business initiatives. Proven leadership experience in driving transformation and change management, particularly within actuarial and financial operations. Experience leading high-performing teams, mentoring talent, and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. Strong background in financial modeling, reporting, valuation, pricing, and profitability analysis.
- The skills. Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and communicate a compelling vision for actuarial transformation. Strong financial acumen, with expertise in analyzing business performance and driving data-driven decision-making. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience influencing executive leadership and Board members. Collaboration and stakeholder engagement, with a proven ability to build consensus across departments and drive alignment. Problem-solving and analytical abilities, capable of identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable solutions.
- The knowledge. Deep understanding of the insurance industry, regulatory landscape, financial reporting requirements, and actuarial best practices. Familiarity with emerging trends, technology, and legislative developments impacting actuarial and financial functions.
Why join?
When you’re a part of Securian Canada, you’re a member of an agile and innovative, high-performing, bright-thinking, make-things-happen culture – so that together, we can discover the art of possible.
At our company, we see your potential on day one and challenge you to grow your unique strengths as you create a career filled with opportunity, collaboration, and purpose.
You’ll also be part of a team that’s committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who values diverse perspectives, so that you can be the person you want to be – both in, and outside, work.
Securian Canada offers a competitive total rewards program with a variety of perks and benefits, including:
- Flexible work arrangements with monthly financial allocations to support your work-life balance;
- Generous starting paid vacation time, plus additional vacation days for every year of service;
- Paid volunteer day so you can dedicate time to a cause you are passionate about;
- Paid personal and wellness days to support your total wellbeing;
- Educational assistance of up to $3,500 a year (with approval from your manager);
-
Flexible health and wellness account (in addition to comprehensive drug and dental coverage)
to help pay for a wide range of wellbeing services that are meaningful to you; - Up to 14% of combined contributions to the RRSP matching program;
- Family-friendly maternity/parental leave and,
- Many, more benefits, perks and programs.
If you have at least 70% of the qualifications we're looking for, want to work in a fast-growing, leading and progressive company, and feel driven to help Canadians and their families build secure futures – we want to hear from you!
Take the first step in building your future with Securian Canada. Apply now.
Securian Canada is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment and equal access to employment for all qualified applicants. As such, upon request, Securian Canada will work with applicants that require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact careers@securiancanada.ca for accommodation requests. All information shared during any accommodation request process will be stored and used only in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Securian Canada/Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company policies.
About Securian Canada
Who we are – and who we’re here for
We’re here for all Canadians and their families – however they define family. Our practical, life-ready insurance and protection solutions are designed to help provide financial security, so that Canadians can spend more time making every moment count.
For more than 65 years, we’ve been giving Canadians the confidence to face life’s uncertainties. With offices in Toronto, Montreal, Burnaby, Waterloo and Winnipeg, Securian Canada brings together strong local roots and expertise, a North American footprint, and a global perspective – all while innovating at the speed the markets we serve expect.
Together with our U.S. parent company, Securian Financial, we are a leading insurance provider in the Canadian Financial Institution and Association & Affinity markets. We offer insurance solutions built with genuine care – providing specialized experiences to those we serve.
What we do every day to be our very best
Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren't afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.
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