YOUR NEXT CO-OP PLACEMENT
Work term: Winter 2027
Work term length: 4-month
From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That’s why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience. At Definity®, your contributions, creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you’ll get to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.
If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people - full time, part time, and co-ops alike - and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.
What can you expect in this role?
As a Financial Analyst on the Operational Reporting & Analysis team, reporting to the Manager, Operational Reporting & Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality internal and external reporting, drive data-driven insights, and enhance the reporting processes. You will be responsible for preparing key deliverables, collaborating with stakeholders across Finance and the Personal Insurance (PI) business and driving continuous improvement in the reporting process.
What you’ll be doing
- Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly business review (MBR/QBR) reporting, including financial metrics, analysis, commentary, and presentation materials.
- Support the collection, consolidation, and validation of reporting inputs from cross-functional stakeholders.
- Assist in the preparation of executive and external reporting packages, including Analyst Call and Earnings Call materials.
- Contribute to the development of clear, consistent reporting narratives and communications for senior leadership.
- Perform data analysis, validation, and quality checks to ensure reporting accuracy and identify key trends.
- Maintain and enhance reporting templates, documentation, and supporting tools.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiency, and governance.
- Support reporting cycle planning by documenting timelines, roles, and accountabilities.
- Contribute to operational reporting, meeting materials, and ongoing business performance initiatives.
What you bring
- Pursuing university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in financial and business reporting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI, Oracle, or other reporting tools is an asset.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn
Did you know?
- We care about our co-ops: Definity’s co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.
- We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.
- We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.
What can Definity offer you?
- Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
- Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
- Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities. Our Leadership Essentials program builds knowledge and skills to Team Leaders to Directors
- Opportunity to join our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism
- Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work!
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
The hourly compensation for the role starts at $22.50 per hour and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.
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.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting accessibility@economical.com.
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).
Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.
We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.
