Director, Product Accounting

About the role

Join Sun Life's U.S. Controller's team as Director of Product Accounting, where you'll lead critical financial reporting operations that drive business decisions across our Insurance and Financial Management division. This is a high-impact leadership role for a strategic thinker who thrives in a complex, regulated environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Purpose
• Direct a talented team of 3 professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional growth
• Shape the strategic direction of product accounting operations, influencing how Sun Life measures and reports financial performance
• Drive Financial Excellence
• Own the end-to-end monthly close process and quarterly/annual financial reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across IFRS, NAIC and U.S. GAAP accounting frameworks
• Lead implementation of complex accounting guidance, translating regulatory requirements into actionable processes
• Partner with business units to deliver insightful financial analysis that informs strategic decision-making
• Oversee audited financial statements for separate accounts and manage relationships with internal and external audit teams
• Innovate & Optimize
• Champion new product accounting frameworks and system implementations
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance controls, and leverage technology
• Collaborate across finance, business, and support functions to deliver integrated solutions
• What you will bring with you
• Accounting Leader: 8+ years of progressive experience in large financial institutions with demonstrated expertise in quarterly/annual reporting, audit coordination, regulatory compliance, and internal controls
• Technical Expert: Fluent in SAP, Hyperion, and Tableau with advanced Microsoft Office proficiency; strong foundation in life insurance accounting and separate accounts
• Experience with IFRS, NAIC and U.S. GAAP accounting preferred
• Strategic Partner: Exceptional communicator who builds trust, develops talent, and translates complex financial concepts for diverse stakeholders
• Problem Solver: Driven by continuous improvement with a track record of implementing complex solutions in regulated environments
• Cultural Fit: High integrity, strong work ethic, collaborative approach, and commitment to excellence
• Education: BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Why Join Us
• Make an Impact: Lead meaningful work within a globally respected, financially stable organization
• Build Your Legacy: Mentor talented professionals and shape the next generation of financial leaders
• Accelerate Your Growth: Gain exposure to enterprise-level accounting challenges and regulatory complexity that expand your executive capabilities
• Join a Values-Driven Culture: Work alongside teams that prioritize integrity, collaboration, and innovation-where your contributions are recognized and rewarded
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• Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life
• At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adopti

Benefits

Additional Information

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide. Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities. Job Description:

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