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Planning & Reporting Analyst, Global Expense Management

Sun Life1 day ago
Hybrid
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Hybrid Work Environment
15 Vacation Days Per Year
Flexible Benefits

About the role

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world. Job Description: Sun Life’s Corporate Expense Management team works to oversee the management of more than $14B of annual expenditures. The team works closely with key Digital, Business and Technology Solutions (DBTS) and corporate finance areas and each of Sun Life’s Business Groups to support the completion of critical financial deliverables and activities. These include reporting and analysis of quarterly and annual expense numbers; planning, budgeting and forecasting of expense values; and the creation and execution of expense control and governance frameworks. This role will report to the Manager, Expense Management. What will you do? Collaborate with Business Group partners to develop consolidated expense reporting variance analysis and actionable insights to senior leaders Coordinate key expense components of the annual Strategic Plan and Business Plan deliverables, including budgeting and forecasting activities Execute on our digitization and automation expense priorities, leveraging technical capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset Lead ad-hoc requests from senior leadership and multiple stakeholders, delivering complete, well-supported analysis with strong ownership and a high sense of urgency Build strong relationships with Corporate and Business Group partners What do you need to succeed? 2+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, planning & reporting, or expense management within a global organization 2+ years of experience analyzing financial and operational data, drawing sound conclusions and making informed recommendations that drive business decisions Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field Attention to detail to ensure accurate internal and external reporting Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information at the executive level in a compelling, succinct and diplomatic manner Ability to manage through complexity and ambiguity with a ‘can-do’ attitude and ownership mindset Excellent multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills Preferred Skills: Experience working in the insurance industry or a large financial institution is an asset Working knowledge of relevant applications is an asset (Hyperion, SAP, Longview, Workiva, Tableau) What's in it for you? Hybrid work environment A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture 15 vacation days per year Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential Access to our Global Learning Centre, available 24/7 for your learning needs Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical and financial We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2026 Best Workplace in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada #LI-Hybrid The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results. Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. 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 are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs. We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling. We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Salary Range: 60,000/60 000 - 97,000/97 000 Job Category: Finance Posting End Date: 12/07/2026 Shine together At Sun Life, you can be your most brilliant self. Our supportive, flexible, and inclusive work environment is one where you – and your career – can thrive. Whatever your aspirations, collaborative leaders and colleagues are ready to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Make life brighter We’re a global company with a passion for people. Our purpose is to help Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As a team of 30,000 across 26 countries, our impact is far-reaching, and locally relevant There’s power in numbers. As part of Sun Life’s growing team, you have an impact on people in your community and around the world. Shape the future With an optimistic eye on a brighter future, we drive to innovate. Be part of leading change, push boundaries and try new ways of working. Use data to drive bold actions. Be agile and pivot as we test and learn. At Sun Life, we’re driving transformation, sustainability and innovation for our Clients, employees, partners, and communities. Join us. Together, we can make the future brighter. Join a top employer for a brighter future. Visit Sun Life Careers

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