Intact insurance group accounting director leading IFRS policy and complex transactions. Advising senior finance leaders and building technical accounting teams.
Responsibilities
Lead the Group Accounting Policy function, providing senior guidance on complex accounting matters and significant transactions
Advise on major strategic initiatives, including acquisitions, accounting implications, purchase price allocation, and complex accounting considerations
Own and enhance Group accounting policies, ensuring consistent IFRS application and high-quality financial reporting
Monitor new or amended IFRS requirements and assess their impact on the Group
Drive adoption of new standards and accounting changes with finance leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
Prepare and review technical accounting position papers for complex transactions
Oversee annual goodwill and intangible assets impairment testing, including judgments, assumptions, documentation, and stakeholder alignment
Partner with External Reporting on financial statement disclosures for complex transactions, key judgments, estimates, and IFRS changes
Act as primary contact with external auditors on technical accounting matters
Build and lead a high-performing technical accounting team, including hiring, coaching, performance management, compensation input, and learning and development
Requirements
Professional designation required (CPA or equivalent)
Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in large, complex and/or multinational environments, including accounting, advisory services, audit, or equivalent business experience
Demonstrated people leadership experience
Deep technical knowledge of IFRS and ability to apply accounting standards to complex business transactions
Track record of leading or supporting adoption and implementation of new or amended IFRS standards
Experience in insurance and financial services industry considered a strong asset
Strong analytical, judgment, and synthesis skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Proven leadership, coaching, development, and team engagement skills
Strong collaboration skills and ability to influence outcomes
High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical judgment
Bilingualism (French / English)
Must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout employment; Intact does not provide immigration sponsorship or support
Benefits
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 and Wellness account
Share plan and other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more
Annual bonus plan with a target of 20% of base salary and potential payout of up to double the target, subject to personal and company performance
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), with Intact matching 50% of net shares
Defined benefit pension plan with the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life
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