Accounting Specialist, Group Management Information (MD&A)

Intact Financial Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounting Specialist for their Corporate Finance team in Montreal. The role involves producing and analyzing financial information, ensuring accuracy, and participating in process improvements. Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation and strong analytical skills, with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Extensive flex pension and benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase extra days off

Annual wellness account

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Qualifications

• At least five years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• Bilingualism (French / English) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly financial information and performance indicators.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Contribute to the review of MD&A and external documents.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Team Player

Adaptability

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Oracle

FCCS

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

We’re looking for an Accounting Specialist, Group Management Information, to join our Corporate Finance team.

Why this role is important:

As Accounting Specialist, Group Management Information, you will play a key role in producing and analyzing financial information in the Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) and the supplementary financial information report, as well as segment information in the consolidated financial statements. Your contribution will provide key financial information to senior management and external stakeholders, enabling them to assess our financial performance. You will also participate in the transformation of financial reporting processes within a dynamic and innovative team.

If you’re looking for a stimulating career in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment, this position is for you.

Reporting to the Manager, Group Management Information, you will:

• Prepare quarterly financial information and performance indicators, including supplementary financial measures and segment measures that are included in the Supplementary Financial Information report and the MD&A.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of this information, as well as the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable IFRS measures.
• Contribute to the review of information submitted by the Group’s various regions to ensure the integrity, accuracy and completeness of financial data, as well as compliance with our internal policies.
• Prepare monthly management reports and the analysis of head office expenses against budget and latest forecasts. Respond to questions from senior management.
• Contribute to the review of the MD&A, press releases, annual reports and other external documents.
• Create presentations for senior management.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and pursue ongoing automation initiatives to leverage technology tools and improve the quality of consolidated financial information available to senior management.
• Produce 52-109 controls to maintain a robust internal control environment.
• Participate in ad-hoc requests and other special projects.
• Maintain good relationships with internal stakeholders.

Location: Montreal (2020 boul. Robert-Bourassa), hybrid model.

What you bring to the table:

• CPA designation.
• At least five years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with a variety of people at all levels of the organization, including management and external contributors.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
• Strong analytical and summarization skills, thoroughness.
• Leadership skills, team player, independent and efficient.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stress.
• Knowledge of Oracle, FCCS or the implementation of these tools, an asset.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, an asset.
• Bilingualism (French / English) – Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country.

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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.