Functional Architecture Advisor, Financial Systems

iA Financial Group; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance plans

Competitive retirement savings program

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation program and wellness days

Telemedicine services and EAP

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking a Functional Architecture Advisor to lead the design and evolution of cohesive solutions aligned with business needs and financial objectives. You will influence requirements, document functional rules, and ensure integration within the existing ERP ecosystem.

You will collaborate with business stakeholders, delivery teams, and external partners, oversee testing strategies, and contribute to continuous improvement and technology transformation initiatives in a

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years as Functional Analyst or Functional Architect in accounting.
• Strong understanding of ERP solutions, preferably Oracle, in a financial environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Fluent in French with intermediate English; reports in English and collaboration with English partners.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor in analysis, definition, and evolution of business requirements, ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Design, document, and recommend functional and system solutions for internal clients with focus on sustainability, performance, security, and integration.
• Define and structure business requirements, functional rules, data transformation rules, interfaces, reports, and dashboards.
• Analyze impacts of proposed changes and present recommendations to diverse audiences.
• Serve as liaison between business sectors, delivery teams, technology partners, and external vendors.
• Participate in evaluation of new applications, features, oversee testing strategies, and support users.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and provide functional leadership or product ownership when required.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

ERP understanding

Bilingual communication

Project management

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

University degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!