Process Improvement Specialist - 12 Month Contract
About the role
Temporary Full Time
The Process Improvement Specialist will be a key member of the Capital and Risk Solutions (CRS) Financial Intelligence team. This is your opportunity to develop your career at a global level while living local.
Reporting to the Director, Financial Intelligence, you will be responsible for producing process improvements coupled with technology solutions to enhance quality and minimise manual intervention. You will work closely with the financial and actuarial teams of CRS and global support functions (LifeCo Controller, Corporate Actuarial etc).
What will you do
- Collaborate with local and global CRS finance and actuarial teams, provide solutions to time consuming and/or high manual intervention processes
- Map workflows and develop training and documentation of the redesigned processes
- Using available technology platforms (Alteryx, BlackLine, Power BI etc.) to automate data processing and report production
- Work with the Financial Intelligence team on larger initiatives/projects as required
What you will bring
- University degree in business or technology related discipline
- Experience in process improvement and design, particularly in finance or insurance.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex results to others
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel and PowerPoint) including advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and macros
- Alteryx, BlackLine, SAP, Workiva, PowerBI and/or BPC experience would be considered an asset
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging tools, systems and best practices relevant to process improvement
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Ability to build collaborative partnerships
- Proven analytical, problem-solving and time management abilities. Strong attention to detail
- Ability to anticipate, analyze and respond to a rapidly evolving and complex environment
- Availability for some travel to meet with local teams
Given the size and scope of our organization, we have flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London, Winnipeg, Toronto.
The base salary for this position is between $52,800 - $97,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!
Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
#LI-Hybrid
About Canada Life
At Canada Life, we’re focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Whether handling policy claims, help growing and protecting clients’ retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do.
That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities.
Canada Life is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc. and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.
Process Improvement Specialist - 12 Month Contract
About the role
Temporary Full Time
The Process Improvement Specialist will be a key member of the Capital and Risk Solutions (CRS) Financial Intelligence team. This is your opportunity to develop your career at a global level while living local.
Reporting to the Director, Financial Intelligence, you will be responsible for producing process improvements coupled with technology solutions to enhance quality and minimise manual intervention. You will work closely with the financial and actuarial teams of CRS and global support functions (LifeCo Controller, Corporate Actuarial etc).
What will you do
- Collaborate with local and global CRS finance and actuarial teams, provide solutions to time consuming and/or high manual intervention processes
- Map workflows and develop training and documentation of the redesigned processes
- Using available technology platforms (Alteryx, BlackLine, Power BI etc.) to automate data processing and report production
- Work with the Financial Intelligence team on larger initiatives/projects as required
What you will bring
- University degree in business or technology related discipline
- Experience in process improvement and design, particularly in finance or insurance.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex results to others
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel and PowerPoint) including advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and macros
- Alteryx, BlackLine, SAP, Workiva, PowerBI and/or BPC experience would be considered an asset
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging tools, systems and best practices relevant to process improvement
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Ability to build collaborative partnerships
- Proven analytical, problem-solving and time management abilities. Strong attention to detail
- Ability to anticipate, analyze and respond to a rapidly evolving and complex environment
- Availability for some travel to meet with local teams
Given the size and scope of our organization, we have flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London, Winnipeg, Toronto.
The base salary for this position is between $52,800 - $97,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.
Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!
Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.
You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.
Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.
Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.
#LI-Hybrid
About Canada Life
At Canada Life, we’re focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Whether handling policy claims, help growing and protecting clients’ retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do.
That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities.
Canada Life is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc. and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.