Student, Financial Analyst (Summer 2026)

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:

Title: Financial Analyst Co-op

Location: Toronto One York Office – 1 York St, Toronto (Hybrid)

Hiring Manager: Danica Ruttle

Positions: 1

Length of term: 4 months (May 2026 – August 2026)

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.

Be part of an innovative team! In this role, you will work in the Finance Transformation & Reporting team, playing an integral role within the financial reporting process for internal and external reporting documents that will ultimately go to Senior Management, Board of Directors, and/or the public. Being part of the Finance Transformation & Reporting team means you will be continually challenged to learn, grow, and develop your skills.

This is for a 4-month work term.

What will you do?

• Support and facilitate the quarterly and annual external and internal reporting process for Sun Life Financial and Sun Life Assurance, including preparation of the data for the Financial Statements and Notes, Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), Financial Supplement, and Management Reporting.
• Support the data-driven aspect within financial reporting process across Corporate Finance teams to meet key reporting deliverables and ensure accuracy of the financial information.
• Liaise with various stakeholders across Corporate Finance and Business Groups to understand changing business requirements and deliver on their needs.
• Identify process improvement opportunities in our reporting processes and provide recommendations to eliminate manual recurring processes.
• Learn about Sun Life's financial reporting and business processes and use best-in-class tools to complete quarter-ends.
• Other ad-hoc requests/projects as required.

What do you need to succeed?

• Currently enrolled in an accredited accounting, commerce, or business undergraduate program at a post-secondary institution, with the intention to obtain a CPA designation.
• Available for 4-month co-op term (May 2026 – August 2026)
• Ability to work independently and with minimal direction and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to be proactive thinking several steps ahead to understand and address needs.
• Ability to thrive in an environment with pressing deadlines and constantly changing conditions.
• Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership ability.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and excellent interpersonal relations to interact professionally with people at all levels of the company.
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office, Workiva and ability to learn new software applications quickly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must possess a high level of commitment and dedication to the role and the team.
• Flexibility and commitment to work overtime as required.

What is in it for you?

• A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture where you’re an innovator and trusted partner
• An environment of continuous learning and improvement
• We’re honoured to be recognized as a 2025 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® Canada

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

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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:

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date:

19/01/2026