Definity includes some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance.

With strong roots that date back to 1871, we’ve grown to become a digital leader in the insurance industry. We’re proud to help our clients and communities adapt and thrive in a world of constant change.

Our promise to you : It’s better here. Why? Because we CARE, and we provide an employee experience that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative P&C insurers. Come be a part of our journey, and love what you do.

Reporting into the Accounting Reporting and AP team, this role is perfect for a finance or accounting student looking to gain experience in a large, well-established finance department.

About the role

Opportunity to work with a highly collaborative and welcoming finance team

Support month-end and quarter-end financial reporting including the preparation of journal entries and reconciliations

Provide timely, accurate, and complete financial information to support ad-hoc requests and special projects

Assist with regulatory reporting and surveys

Identification of any potential problems or risk areas as well as opportunities for process improvement

Assist in the creation of new reporting and analysis to support decision making

Assist in the preparation of presentation materials

Role will provide candidate with CPA PERT hours if required

What do you bring to the role?

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and interpersonal skills

Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Work Location : the position will either be a hybrid (1-3 days in office) or fully remote. These positions are spread across our different locations including Kitchener / Waterloo, Mississauga and Toronto

How to apply : Submit a cover letter, resume and 1 letter of reference in one document

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Go ahead and expect a lot you deserve it, and we’ve got it :