Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way. Job Description: Earn your CPA. Accelerate your career. Shape the future of finance. Ready to build a CPA career that goes beyond traditional accounting? At Sun Life, we're developing the next generation of finance leaders. Through our CPA Leadership Program (CLP), you'll earn your CPA designation while gaining diverse experiences across Finance, building leadership skills, and developing expertise in the emerging areas transforming the profession. This year, we’re introducing a new 2+1 rotational model that combines a strong foundation in accounting and finance with exposure to strategic, future-focused areas such as transformation, analytics, automation, sustainability, and planning. It's more than a CPA program. It's an opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of Canada's leading financial services organizations. Why Join the CPA Leadership Program? As a CLP participant, you will: Complete three diverse one-year rotations across Accounting and Finance Gain CPA Ontario approved practical experience through meaningful work Receive financial support, study leave, and milestone incentives Be paired with a senior CPA mentor (Director level or above) Build relationships with Finance leaders, program alumni, and peers across Sun Life Participate in career differentiating leadership development experiences Gain exposure to emerging capabilities such as data analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and finance transformation Make meaningful business impact from day one Your CPA journey Our 2+1 rotational model is designed to accelerate your development and prepare you for a broad range of career opportunities across Accounting and Finance. Years 1 & 2: Technical Excellence Build a strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and business operations while gaining CPA-approved practical experience across Finance and Accounting teams Year 3: The Future of Finance Apply your technical foundation in strategic and innovative areas such as Finance Transformation, Data & Analytics, Automation, FP&A, Investor Relations, and Sustainability. What do you need to succeed? We're looking for curious, ambitious graduates who are eager to learn, challenge themselves, and grow into future finance leaders. We are looking for candidates who: Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a growth mindset Show leadership through academic, extracurricular, volunteer, or work experiences Thrive in collaborative environments and communicate effectively Apply strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills Have a foundation in accounting principles and financial concepts Embrace innovation, change and continuous learning Bring experience with data analytics, automation, AI or other emerging technologies (considered an asset). Preference will be given to candidates graduating from an accredited accounting, commerce, or business undergraduate program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Eligibility: Graduate between April 2026 and September 2027 Be available to begin full-time employment in August 2027 or earlier Be eligible to enroll in the CPA Professional Program* before your start date, including: A recognized degree or equivalent* At least 120 credit hours or equivalent* A minimum cumulative GPA of 70% on those 120 credit hours Successful completion of CPA’s Knowledge Assessment or CPA Qualifying Courses Be able to work in a hybrid environment from either our Toronto or Waterloo office *Equivalency is assessed by CPA Ontario as part of the application process How to Apply: Resume & Academic Transcript Motivation Letter (Maximum 250 words): Tell us why you want to join Sun Life's CPA Leadership Program with examples that demonstrate your leadership, initiative, problem-solving, accounting foundations, and commitment to Sun Life Candidates selected for the final round must be available to attend an in-person interview on September 15, 2026 in Toronto Compensation Range: $68,000 - $76,000 annually Starting compensation is based on your CPA journey at the time of hire. As a full-time Sun Life employee, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits and Total Rewards package. In addition to competitive compensation, participants receive: CPA financial assistance Paid study leave and funding for CPA study materials Annual performance incentives Eligible for salary increases as key CPA milestones are achieved throughout the program Interested in learning more? Join our LinkedIn community and register for one of our upcoming virtual sessions events to learn more about our CLP Program, and meet our current participants, alumni and program leaders! Virtual Information Sessions: Learn about the program and recruitment timelines July 16, 1:00–1:45 pm July 21, 6:00–6:45 pm Sign up here: Sun Life CPA Leadership Program Info Session – Fill out form Virtual Fireside Chats: Connect with the program team and hear from our alumni on their personal experiences with the program July 28, 1:00–2:00 pm July 28, 6:00-7:00 pm July 30, 12:00-1:00 pm Sign up here: Sun Life 2026 Virtual Fireside Chats – Fill out form More information on these sessions will be posted on our LinkedIn Community The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for. Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance 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 flexible 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. Job Category: CLP - CPA Leadership Program Posting End Date: 09/08/2026 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