Assistant Director, Operational Accounting

iA Financial Group; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation program, wellness days, and

Telemedicine services

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking an experienced operational accounting leader in Quebec. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, day‑to‑day accounting oversight, and collaboration with actuarial, tax, and corporate teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage audits and regulatory requests, and partner with English- and French-speaking suppliers and teams.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with a concentration in accounting.
• Hold the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Have a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in operational accounting, including review and oversight of accounting activities.

Responsibilities

• Act as an operational leader within the accounting team by supporting, coaching, and developing team members under your responsibility.
• Maintain involvement in day‑to‑day accounting operations including review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses.
• Ensure quality and reliability of transactions and accounting entries related to banking activities, accounts payable, and premium collections.
• Plan and coordinate the team’s work to meet tight month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end deadlines.
• Lead contact with the banking institution and manage complex day‑to‑day banking matters.
• Manage and optimize cash flow and act as accounting lead for iA Advantages, Property and Casualty Insurance Inc.
• Review supporting documentation and reconciliations; manage external audits and regulatory requests.
• Oversee internal controls implementation and continuous improvement; lead process improvements.

Skills

IFRS standards

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Change management

French language

English communication

Team coaching

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration (Accounting concentration)

CPA designation

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description Build the future with us

Are you passionate about operational accounting and looking to exercise hands‑on leadership rooted in day‑to‑day activities? Do you enjoy developing an in‑depth understanding of processes, challenging existing practices, and mobilizing teams around rigorous and sustainable ways of working?

What you will accomplish with us

• Act as an operational leader within the accounting team by supporting, coaching, and developing team members under your responsibility;
• Maintain active involvement in day‑to‑day accounting operations, including the review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses;
• Ensure the quality and reliability of transactions and accounting entries related to banking activities, accounts payable, and premium collections;
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate the team’s work to meet tight month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end deadlines, which may require increased flexibility during these periods;
• Act as the lead contact with our banking institution, maintain a strong business relationship, and manage complex day‑to‑day banking matters;
• Manage and optimize cash flow;
• Act as the accounting lead for another iA Financial Group subsidiary, iA Advantages, Property and Casualty Insurance Inc., including accounting reviews and operational support;
• Review supporting documentation, responses, and reconciliations prepared by the team, and manage technical matters related to external audits as well as regulatory and internal requests;
• Oversee the implementation, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of internal controls and ensure their rigorous application;
• Lead and structure continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, the quality and reliability of transactions and accounting entries, and risk reduction;
• Actively participate in meetings related to the implementation of new products or partnerships, or changes to existing ones, representing the operational accounting function;
• Work closely with internal partners, including actuarial, operations, tax, and corporate teams, to ensure sound accounting and operational treatments;
• Act as a change agent within the team, foster adoption of new practices, and support smooth transitions.

What could accelerate your success in this role

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with a concentration in accounting;
• Hold the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation;
• Have a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in operational accounting, including the review and oversight of accounting activities;
• Have demonstrated people management experience;
• Have excellent knowledge of IFRS standards, auditing, taxation, and taxes;
• Have experience in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry, which is considered a significant asset;
• Have in‑depth knowledge of Oracle ERP, considered an asset;
• Have excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and is highly comfortable using the Microsoft suite;
• Demonstrate hands‑on leadership, patience, professional judgment, a strong sense of ownership, and intellectual curiosity;
• Is able to remain highly involved in day‑to‑day operations while maintaining a structured perspective focused on continuous improvement;
• Demonstrate the ability to mobilize a team, support change, and maintain high standards of quality and rigor;
• Have a very advanced level of proficiency in French, as the team is French‑speaking and day‑to‑day work and communications are conducted in French;
• Have an intermediate level of proficiency in English, as the incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate with English‑speaking suppliers and teams on a regular basis.

Why you’ll love working with us

A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence; Artificial intelligence made accessible to everyone, helping increase personal effectiveness and support the organization’s growth; A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone’s potential can be expressed and developed; The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

Competitive benefits

• Flexible group insurance;
• Competitive pension plan;
• Employee share purchase plan;
• Vacation program, wellness days, and personal development days;
• Telemedicine services;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Ergonomic furniture program;
• Performance bonus;
• Discounts on iA products;
• And much more!

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. There may be a place for you here, and we want to get to know you!

Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company Industrial Alliance, Auto and Home Insurance Inc.

Posting End Date 2026-11-20

Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.