Senior Specialist, Financial Controls - #451322

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About The Role

We are looking a Senior Specialist to contribute significantly to the development and evolution of our financial controls and compliance framework, with a primary focus on the NI 52-109 requirements.

This role will involve supporting various elements of financial controls, aiding in process improvements, risk mitigation, and ensuring controls in place are designed and operate effectively to maintain the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting.

This position offers diverse responsibilities and an opportunity for significant exposure across multiple business units and strategies within Intact.

What You’ll Do Here

• Support the manager in planning and execution of 52-109 financial compliance work, including assisting in the development of strategy (scope of work) and establishing timelines to support the certification process.
• Act as Lead on key business processes and controls to ensure that they are properly risk-assessed, identified, and that corresponding documentation is captured and tested. Including the timely execution of the 52-109 testing (design and operating efficiency), including contributing to developing appropriate test strategies, refining test result quality, assessing deficiencies, and communicating results.
• Provide support to business units in developing their action plans to address identified deficiencies promptly, including effective follow-up on recommendations to ensure timely implementation of recommendations.
• Participate in special projects, such as implementations, and/or integration projects to help oversee the successful business implementation of the required controls.
• Actively seek to improve ways of working by supporting the development and implementation of practices and tools to optimize processes and work methods in line with NI 52-109 standards and best practices, including enhancements through data analysis or AI.
• Establish and maintain relationships with various stakeholders (business units, IT services, internal and external auditors).
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of best practices and tools aimed at optimizing processes and working methods.
• Assist with co-ordination with external auditors, if required.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.
• Professional accounting designation CPA (an asset).
• Knowledge of COSO and 52-109/SOX requirements.
• Strong experience (6-8 years) in auditing, 52-109, SOX or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in the insurance and investment industry (an asset).
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and attention to details.
• Ability to work well in teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments.
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to maintain a holistic view and manage priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of accountability, integrity, agility, and transparency.
• 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

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

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 Permanent Member Of Our Team

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• 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
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• 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, 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.

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