Accounting Specialist, Direct Distribution

Intact Financial Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their dynamic finance team. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to produce and analyze insurance results, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and supporting strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a CPA designation, and a proactive mindset. With a hybrid work model, the company offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive, enjoy financial rewards, and contribute to meaningful projects. Join a team that values diversity and encourages personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flex pension and benefits package

Possibility to purchase extra days off

Annual wellness account

Access to tools for mental health

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Inclusive employee-led networks

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with an audit background.
• Strong analytical ability and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Participate in budgeting and prepare forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy of financial data and reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

MS Excel

Oracle Hyperion

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

Accounting Specialist, Direct Distribution

We’re looking for someone to join our growing team as an Accounting Specialist in supporting the Direct Distribution business unit.

As a member of the finance team, you will work with multiple stakeholders to produce and analyze insurance results and expenses, providing accurate information to DD stakeholders in a timely manner and supporting the strategic objectives of the business unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the budgeting process for insurance results and expenses.
• Review actual results and prepare forecasts in collaboration with different stakeholders within the business unit.
• Prepare insurance results and expenses reporting on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and information monthly.
• Participate in the month end closing process including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and controls.
• Participate in ad-hoc requests and strategic projects.
• Maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with audit background.
• Strong analytical ability, very well organized and rigorous.
• Proactive, meticulous, and willing to adapt to change.
• Works well in a team dynamic; individuals working towards a common goal.
• Interpersonal skills: the ideal candidate must be able to build strong relationships while being tactful.
• Strong communication skills: Must be comfortable and proficient in presenting to groups.
• Expert MS Excel knowledge.
• Knowledge of Oracle Hyperion would be considered an asset.

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.