Functional Architecture Advisor, Financial Systems

iA Financial Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation and wellness days

Telemedicine services

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group seeks a Functional Architecture Advisor to lead the design of cohesive financial solutions. You will align business needs with ERP capabilities, drive governance, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.

With 10+ years in accounting-focused architecture, you will guide functional decisions, oversee testing, and support adoption of new applications while ensuring security and performance within the existing ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Holds a university degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Functional Analyst or Functional Architect in the accounting field.
• Strong understanding of ERP solutions, preferably Oracle, within a financial environment, and solid accounting processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and work with bilingual teams.
• Excellent command of French and intermediate English for reporting and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor in analysis, definition, and evolution of business requirements.
• Design, document, and recommend functional and system solutions for internal clients.
• Define and structure requirements, data transformation rules, interfaces, reports, and dashboards.
• Analyze impacts of changes and present recommendations and solution scenarios.
• Serve as liaison between business, delivery teams, technology partners, and vendors.
• Evaluate new applications, oversee testing strategies, and support user adoption.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and provide functional leadership when needed.

Skills

Functional architecture

Stakeholder leadership

Communication skills

Accounting processes

French language

English language

ERP experience

Education

University degree in Accounting

University degree in Computer Science

University degree in Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

Build the Future with Us

Are you driven by the evolution of technology solutions and eager to contribute to the transformation of accounting and financial processes? As a Functional Architecture Advisor, you will play a key role in defining and evolving robust, cohesive solutions that align with business needs and organizational objectives.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise in functional architecture, your understanding of accounting processes, and your knowledge of ERP solutions. You will provide influential leadership to a variety of stakeholders while contributing to the continuous improvement of systems, processes, and business practices.

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What You Will Achieve with Us

As a Functional Architecture Advisor, you will be at the heart of our mission. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Act as a trusted advisor in the analysis, definition, and evolution of business requirements, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic and technology directions.
• Design, document, and recommend functional and system solutions tailored to the needs of internal clients, while considering sustainability, performance, security, and integration within the existing ecosystem.
• Define and structure business requirements, functional rules, data transformation rules, interfaces, reports, and dashboards required to deliver effective solutions.
• Analyze the functional, operational, and system impacts of proposed changes, and prepare and present recommendations and solution scenarios to diverse audiences.
• Serve as a key liaison between business sectors, delivery teams, technology partners, and external vendors to ensure a shared understanding of challenges, priorities, and solutions.
• Participate in the evaluation of new applications, features, and technology capabilities, oversee testing strategies, and support users in validating and adopting solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and technology transformation initiatives, ensure the quality of functional deliverables, and provide functional leadership or product ownership when required.

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What Will Help You Succeed in This Role

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a university degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Has a minimum of 10 years of experience as a Functional Analyst or Functional Architect in the accounting field.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of ERP solutions, preferably Oracle, within a financial environment, as well as a solid understanding of accounting processes.
• Excels in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and possesses outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Can effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Possesses an excellent command of French and an intermediate level of English, as the incumbent will be required to analyze and prepare reports in English, as well as collaborate with English-speaking partners on a daily basis.

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Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• A work environment where learning and development are combined with a collective pursuit of excellence.
• Artificial intelligence is accessible to everyone, enhancing personal effectiveness and supporting organizational growth.
• A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace where individuals can thrive and reach their full potential.
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

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Competitive Benefits

• Flexible group insurance plans and a competitive retirement savings program.
• Employee share purchase plan.
• Vacation program, as well as wellness and personal development days.
• Telemedicine services and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Ergonomic furniture program.
• Performance bonus.
• Discounts on iA products, and much more!

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Location(s)

Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West

Other Possible Location(s)

Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue

Company

iA Financial Group

Posting End Date

2026-11-06

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 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.

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