Accounting & Finance

Director of Financial Reporting Controls

Canada Life

Toronto · Ontario · Canada

Lead the Canadian ICOFR program at Canada Life in this key leadership role. Drive control effectiveness, governance, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with certification requirements and risk management protocols.

As the Director, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, you will report to the AVP, Accounting & Controls, and play a critical role within the Canada Controller Group. Your responsibilities include providing governance across Finance and Risk & Controls, ensuring a robust control environment through oversight of design and assessments. This position is ideal for an experienced leader in internal controls with a passion for enhancing processes and team development.

Key Responsibilities: • Lead the governance of the Canadian ICOFR program • Oversee design, documentation, and improvement of controls • Evaluate and manage control deficiencies and remediation actions • Identify opportunities to enhance the control environment • Build and mentor a high-performing team

Requirements: • CPA designation required • 8+ years in internal controls or financial reporting • Strong knowledge of COSO and ICOFR frameworks • Proven experience in leading control optimization initiatives • Exceptional communication and relationship management skills

This role offers a dynamic environment to enhance financial reporting accuracy and strengthen control ownership across Canada Life. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: WJ-3875_13329078

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