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Senior Financial Analyst, Performance Measurement

Hdks Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Waterloo Full-time Senior FP&A

At a glance

Senior FP&A role at Hdks. Waterloo · full-time · CA$73,500–CA$123,500 base.

SalaryStated by Hdks
CA$73,500 – CA$123,500
Base salary for this role, in CAD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from HdksOur estimate for the market: CA$97,788–CA$104,500Median CA$98,500
The range includes the market median of CA$98,500 for senior FP&A roles in Waterloo.
Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median CA$98,500. Last updated Oct 20, 2026.
RoleFP&A
SenioritySenior
LocationWaterloo
EmploymentFull-time
Base payCA$73,500–CA$123,500
PostedOct 20, 2026 · 2d ago
Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build monthly, quarterly and annual P&L reports for Personal and Commercial Insurance, explaining the drivers behind results
  • Prepare executive and board materials that clarify financial outcomes, trends and gaps against expectations
  • Compare actual performance with plans and prior-year results alongside actuarial, underwriting, claims and business teams
  • Support closing work by preparing journal entries, allocating expenses and reviewing financial results
  • Help forecast the National Broker Platform, improve reporting processes and respond to business questions with focused analysis

What you bring

  • A university degree in accounting, finance, business, math, statistics or a related area
  • A completed CPA credential or one nearing completion, plus at least three years in FP&A, financial analysis or performance measurement
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with strong analytical judgment and problem-solving ability
  • Clear communication skills for explaining financial information to senior management

Who this fits

This role suits a senior financial analyst who can balance recurring insurance P&L reporting with forecasting and ad hoc analysis. You’ll work with finance, actuarial, underwriting, claims and business partners, while also handling work independently.

From the employer

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Performance Measurement, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in delivering P&L reporting, analysis, and insights for Definity’s Personal and Commercial Insurance businesses. The role works closely with senior finance and business partners to prepare line‑of‑business P&L reporting, executive and board‑level materials, and forward‑looking analysis, supporting decision‑making in a fast‑paced public company environment.

The primary focus is on supporting the insurance business (Personal and Commercial Lines), with additional opportunities to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for the growing National Broker Platform.

What to Expect

  • Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L reporting for Personal and Commercial Insurance, including analysis of key performance drivers

  • Produce executive and board‑level reporting, providing clear explanations of results, trends, and variances

  • Partner with actuarial, underwriting, claims, and business teams to analyze actual results versus plan and prior year and support business decision‑making

  • Support the month‑end close process, including journal entries, expense allocations, and review of financial results

  • Contribute to planning and forecasting activities for the National Broker Platform, including performance tracking and variance analysis

  • Leverage AI‑enabled tools and emerging technologies (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini) to enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and insight

  • Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and streamline financial reporting and analysis processes

  • Prepare ad‑hoc analysis and decision support in response to evolving business priorities

What you Bring

  • University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Math/Statistics, or a related field

  • CPA designation (completed or in late stages of completion)

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or performance measurement

  • P&C insurance knowledge or experience considered an asset

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

  • Experience with Oracle Cloud EPM / Hyperion applications considered an asset

  • Experience or demonstrated interest in applying AI‑enabled tools within a financial reporting and analysis environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to senior management

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently with minimal supervision

  • A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to identify and execute improvements

  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment to manage multiple priorities and meet firm deadlines

Salary Range: $73,500 - $123,500