COL Limited Looking for Director, Financial Planning & Analysis at Greater Toronto Area, Canada Full Time

APOLLO is Canada’s largest digital-first insurance company. Our platform launched in 2019 and offers the largest selection of online insurance for small businesses in Canada. We reduce what is commonly a painful weeks-long process into simple and immediate digital fulfillment.

We are a team of empowered and driven individuals who have the desire to build a great company and be at the forefront of disrupting a $5 trillion dollar industry. This position offers a chance for the right candidate to make a significant impact and work alongside a tight-knit, energized team focused on one thing – innovation.

The Role

APOLLO Insurance is looking for a Director, FP&A to support our rapid expansion. This person has an opportunity to make a significant impact on a fast paced technology company as we build out our team. The Director, FP&A will be responsible for supporting all aspects of APOLLO’s finance strategic objectives. You will be accountable for budget and forecast processes, support in building models for business unit leaders to aid in their decision making and financial planning as well as creating new processes to support the growth of the company.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the financial planning process including long-term, annual and monthly planning cycles
• Utilize financial knowledge, cash flow projection and business acumen to build financial models, analyze data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations that deliver results, drive improvements, and influence business stakeholders
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives to provide financial analysis direction for operational decisions
• Work with business partners to develop and report on budgets for both operating results and projects
• Identify and implement changes to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A team, including documentation of key processes
• Manage the reporting of key performance indicators and dashboards to monitor and communicate business results
• Support the month end close process through the analysis of budget vs actual results and reforecasting
• Due diligence, negotiation and financial modeling; M&A leadership and coordination
• Participate in various ad hoc projects

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a financial role (FP&A or Strategic Finance experience preferred)
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities and hands-on experience with data; has advanced financial modeling skills
• A passion for solving challenging and impactful problems; getting into the weeds by understanding the how and why of business processes
• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to work in collaboration with various team members; confidence to express views
• Effective writing and presentation skills; ability to communicate complex ideas in a simple and easy-to-understand way
• Experience with the Google Suite and BI tools an asset, as well as experience in the Technology and E-commerce sector
• Security & Access
• Personal employee & payroll information
• Company financial performance & M+A information
• Data & reporting platforms (Metabase & Hubspot)
• Payment processing & expenses management (Plooto, Dext & Quickbooks)
• Company bank account access

Assets & Phone

• No company phone required
• Laptop + monitor

Why APOLLO?

We’re humbled to have won multiple awards including including Insurance Business Canada’s 5-Star Professional Liability Award 2022, Top Insurance Employer 2022, Digital Innovator of the Year 2021, Top Insurance Employer 2021, ICTA’s 2021 Technology Award, and LinkedIn’s Top Startups 2021.

The APOLLO values: Courage, Adventure, Integrity, Candor and Desire.

APOLLO believes in a team approach where all members have equal opportunity to voice ideas to advance the agenda of the Company and its clients. Working well in a team, taking initiative, and possessing a desire for greatness is important. If your values align with ours, you’ll fit right in!

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary & Bonus

Development programs & Licensing Support

Remote-first

Company social events

Extended Medical, Dental and Vision care

Monthly Wellness Benefits

Autonomy, growth, and the ability to make an impact

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Mostly remote anywhere in Canada

APOLLO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and embrace our diverse, inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. We’re committed to developing and maintaining a culture rooted in our core values, that is supportive and respectful of all backgrounds and perspectives.

APOLLO is committed to providing an accommodating recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.