Accounting – Student Opportunity (Remote or Hybrid)

As a progressive, dynamic, well-recognized leader in the financial services industry, we offer challenging opportunities and career development for CPA candidates. You will find yourself in a collaborative and supportive environment in which career mobility is encouraged!

The Sun Life CPA Pre-Approved Rotational Program develops future CPAs and business leaders by providing meaningful career experiences, enabling participants to expand their knowledge of Finance and Accounting, while honing their strategic problem-solving skills.

The program includes:

• Three one-year rotations (a 36-month program) which provides a unique diversified learning experience across different business units within Sun Life
• Qualifying practical experience to gain your technical competencies under a certified CPA pre-approved program (PPR)

• Complex work assignments that will help you develop your enabling competencies, such as demonstrating professional values, problem solving, communicating, managing self, and collaborating/leading in team environments.
• Financial and study time support to help you successfully complete CPA’s Professional Education Program (PEP), and Common Final examination (CFE), along with incentives to help you stay motivated as you progress towards CPA certification.
• Mentorship from a Sun Life CPA (director level or higher)
• Access to an established network of finance professionals within a collaborative environment to build meaningful relationships, allow for open exchange of ideas and sharing of knowledge.

What do you need to succeed?

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited accounting, commerce, or business undergraduate program at a post-secondary institution.
• Have a strong GPA and meet all pre-requisites for entry into the CPA Professional Educational Program (PEP) as of start date.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and concepts
• Strong interpersonal, team building and leadership skills
• Highly motivated, self-starter

• Strong work ethic and professionalism
• Commitment to learning and self-development
• Demonstrates analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills
• Experience with data analytics will be considered an asset
• Well-rounded experiences in academics and extra-curricular activities

Requirements: 

• Candidates graduating between April 2024 and September 2025 will be considered.
• Rotations may be based out of either our Toronto or Waterloo office over the 3 years (remote or hybrid depending on the nature of the role and subject to change).

Please include the below documents for a complete application:

• Motivation Letter – Using competencies such as ownership, problem solving, accounting principles and commitment to Sun Life, elaborate why you want to join Sun Life’s CPA Program  (250 words)
• Resume & Transcript

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.

Sun Life is a socially responsible employer, supporting the communities in which we live and work, with a globally recognized commitment to the environment and sustainability.

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.