Accounting Analyst: AI-Driven Financial Close | Hybrid

iA Financial Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible insurance

Retirement plan

Share purchase plan

Vacation & wellness days

Telemedicine

Employee assistance program

Ergonomic office furniture

Performance bonus

Product discounts

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support the financial close by coordinating the production chain, improving governance, and enhancing financial applications. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to streamline processes and respond to auditor requests, driving efficiency across accounting activities.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, collaboration with stakeholders, and a strong interest in technology tools to simplify financial workflows.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in analysis.
• CPA designation or in the process of obtaining it.
• Experience in a project environment or strong interest in applications and technology tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of IFRS 17 accounting standard is an asset.
• Strong French and English communication skills, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to implementing an efficient workflow for requests, gather information, and ensure proper follow-up.
• Analyze accounting issues and prepare initial analyses and communications, supporting advisors with research and documentation.
• Update and distribute governance policies, direct charts of accounts, and assist auditors during close processes.
• Maintain and enhance applications that support financial production by gathering user needs and collaborating with tech teams.
• Act as a resource for users, manage requests, plan acceptance testing, and document changes.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Customer service

Bilingual FR/EN

Education

CPA designation

Tools

SQL

Power Query

Job description

iA Financial Group is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support the financial close by coordinating the production chain, improving governance, and enhancing financial applications. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to streamline processes and respond to auditor requests, driving efficiency across accounting activities.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, collaboration with stakeholders, and a strong interest in technology tools to simplify financial workflows.