23 Aug
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Intact FC
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Montreal
23 Aug
Intact FC
Montreal
Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. 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. Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 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. We are currently looking for a Director, Group Accounting Policies , in the Corporate Finance team who will play an key role in supporting our growth. In this senior role, the Director will provide practical leadership on Group accounting policies, IFRS interpretation, complex transactions, and related financial reporting matters across the organization.
Acting as a trusted advisor to senior finance leaders and business partners, the Director will translate technical requirements into clear, business-oriented guidance that strengthens accounting governance and supports informed decision‑making. Reporting to the Vice‑President, Group Financial Controller,
the Director will lead the Group Accounting Policies function and work closely with senior finance leaders and business partners across the organization. Montreal (2020, Robert‑Bourassa), QC (Hybrid) Lead the Group Accounting Policy function , providing senior guidance to business units and Corporate Finance on complex accounting matters and significant transactions.
Play a key advisory role in major strategic initiatives , including acquisitions, by assessing accounting implications, advising on purchase price allocation matters, and providing practical guidance on complex accounting considerations. Own and continuously enhance Group accounting policies , ensuring consistent IFRS application across all entities and driving high-quality financial reporting. Monitor new or amended IFRS requirements , assess their impact on the Group, and provide practical guidance to support timely implementation.
Drive adoption of new standards and accounting changes , partnering with finance leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver compliant and practical solutions. Prepare and review technical accounting position papers for complex transactions, ensuring conclusions are robust, audit‑ready, aligned with IFRS, and reflective of the underlying business substance. Provide oversight of the annual goodwill and intangible assets impairment testing process , including key judgments, assumptions, documentation, and stakeholder alignment.
Act as a primary contact with external auditors on technical accounting matters, supporting clear documentation, timely responses, and efficient resolution of audit inquiries. Build and lead a high‑performing technical accounting team , including hiring, coaching, performance management, compensation input,
and a structured learning & development plan. Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in large, complex and/or multinational environments, including accounting, advisory services, audit, or equivalent business experience, with demonstrated people leadership experience.
Deep technical knowledge of IFRS and demonstrated ability to apply accounting standards to complex business transactions. Track record of leading or supporting the adoption and implementation of new or amended IFRS standards.
Experience in the insurance and financial services industry is considered a strong asset. Strong analytical, judgment, and synthesis skills, with a pragmatic approach to complex matters and the ability to communicate explicit technical positions to senior stakeholders. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in English and French, with the ability to influence and advise senior leaders.
Bilingualism (French / English) – Need to interact on a regular basis with English‑speaking clientele and colleagues across the country. #At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. 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.
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. 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.
📌 Director, Group Accounting Policies (Montreal)
🏢 Intact FC
📍 Montreal