Accounting Specialist

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.  

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise. 

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

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our growing team!
What you’ll do here:

• Management of internal monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting by working closely with various departments such as other finance teams.
• Produce underwriting results and expenses forecasts.
• Analyze and understand underwriting results in collaboration with actuaries.
• Support our business units in the management of their operational expenses.
• Participate in the financial systems and accounting processes improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the underwriting results and general expenses budget process.
• Take a critical look at the controls in place and the various accounting treatments related to our operations.
• Make recommendations and suggestions to management based on your expertise.
• Simplify, standardize, secure and increase controls of different work files.

What you bring to the table:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA or CGA) or any combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in accounting, IFRS accounting standards and/or finance
• Knowledge of the P&C insurance industry is an asset
• Fast learning, agility and adaptability to change
• Discipline, autonomy and professionalism
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Can interact with various people at all levels of the organization, including management and some external stakeholder
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

What we offer

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 temporary member of our team:

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

• 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.

• 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, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

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.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.