Accounting Manager – Distribution & Private Equity (DFS)

Job summary

The Accounting Manager will oversee internal financial reporting, consolidation, and the operationalization of complex transactions for distribution entities. They will also spearhead financial system improvements and provide strategic financial performance support for the private equity portfolio.

Job details

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. Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary. Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life) Salary range (but not limited to): 118,700 - 145,100 Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 15% As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares. Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan. Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well. About the role The Distribution Financial Strategies team is expanding! Join a vibrant and dynamic group of professionals who are at the helm of managing an investment portfolio critical to Intact’s growth strategy. Our team handles a diverse and extensive portfolio in distribution, continuously seeking innovative ways to broaden and enhance our network. If you are passionate about finance, driven by strategic growth, and eager to make a tangible impact, we invite you to be part of our exciting journey. Come and contribute your expertise to a team that is dedicated to excellence and poised for continued success. What you’ll do here: Management of internal monthly, quarterly, and year-end reporting by working closely with various distribution entities and finance teams. Analyze and understand results in collaboration with business partners. Consolidate our different entities with handling of eliminations entries Advise the team on the accounting and operationalization of complex transactions and financial restructurings. Support our business units in the management of their financial performance, including our portfolio of private equity. Spearhead the financial systems and accounting processes improvement initiatives. Simplify, standardize, secure and increase controls of different work files. Make recommendations and suggestions to management based on your expertise. What you bring to the table: Professional accounting designation (CPA) or any combination of equivalent education and experience. You have a minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in accounting, IFRS accounting standards and/or finance. Experience in management of talent is a strong asset Experience in consolidation in large companies with complex legal structures. Knowledge of the insurance industry is an asset. Fast learning, agility and adaptability to change. Discipline, autonomy, resourcefulness 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 stakeholders. For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country. #LI-Hybrid Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team. 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. Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility. If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.

What you’ll do

The Accounting Manager will oversee internal financial reporting, consolidation, and the operationalization of complex transactions for distribution entities. They will also spearhead financial system improvements and provide strategic financial performance support for the private equity portfolio.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a professional accounting designation (CPA) and possess 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance. Proficiency in IFRS, complex consolidation, and strong interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements • Hybrid work model • Purchase up to 5 extra days off • Telemedicine • Wellness account • Share plan • Annual bonus plan • Employee share purchase plan • Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounting
• Financial reporting
• Consolidation
• IFRS
• Private equity
• Financial analysis
• Strategic growth
• Financial systems
• Process improvement
• Internal controls
• Talent management
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Adaptability
• Autonomy
• Resourcefulness
• Insurance Industry
• Professionalism
• Complex Transactions
• Financial Strategy
• Resilience
• Quick Learning
• Standard Accounting Practices
• Reconciliation
• Management
• Investments
• Certified Public Accountant
• English Language
• Finance
• Equities
• Employee Stock Purchase Planning
• Financial Systems
• Growth Strategies
• International Financial Reporting Standards
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Private Equity
• Telehealth
• Writing

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Private Equity Accountant
• Distribution Manager
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers