Assistant Director, Operational Accounting# Get ahead, where your talent belongs## Assistant Director, Operational AccountingApply: Quebec, Quebec: Montreal, Quebec: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 20, 2026 (30 days left to apply): JR10028060##

Job Description
## Build the future with usAre you passionate about operational accounting and looking to exercise hands-on leadership rooted in day-to-day activities? Do you enjoy developing an in-depth understanding of processes, challenging existing practices, and mobilizing teams around rigorous and sustainable ways of working?As Assistant Director, Operational Accounting, you will oversee the execution and reliability of daily accounting activities. You will contribute to strengthening internal controls, maintaining sound documentation practices, and continuously improving the processes that support financial statement preparation and financial disclosure for iA Auto and Home and Prysm.
This role is a great opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise and hands-on leadership within a committed team where rigor, collaboration, and operational efficiency are key. ## What you will accomplish with usAs Assistant Director, Operational Accounting, you will be at the heart of our operations. Your main responsibilities will include:
* Act as an operational leader within the accounting team by supporting, coaching, and developing team members under your responsibility;
* Maintain active involvement in day-to-day accounting operations, including the review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses;
* Ensure the quality and reliability of transactions and accounting entries related to banking activities, accounts payable, and premium collections;
* Plan, prioritize, and coordinate the team’s work to meet tight month-end, quarter-end, and year-end deadlines,



which may require increased flexibility during these periods;
* Act as the lead contact with our banking institution, maintain a strong business relationship, and manage complex day-to-day banking matters;
* Manage and optimize cash flow;
* Act as the accounting lead for another iA Financial Group subsidiary, iA Advantages, Property and Casualty Insurance Inc., including accounting reviews and operational support;
* Review supporting documentation, responses, and reconciliations prepared by the team, and manage technical matters related to external audits as well as regulatory and internal requests;
* Oversee the implementation, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of internal controls and ensure their rigorous application;
* Lead and structure continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, the quality and reliability of transactions and accounting entries, and risk reduction;
* Actively participate in meetings related to the implementation of new products or partnerships, or changes to existing ones, representing the operational accounting function;
* Work closely with internal partners, including actuarial, operations, tax, and corporate teams, to ensure sound accounting and operational treatments;
* Act as a change agent within the team, foster adoption of new practices, and support smooth transitions.



## What could accelerate your success in this roleWe are looking for someone who:
* Holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with a concentration in accounting;
* Holds the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation;
* Has a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in operational accounting, including the review and oversight of accounting activities;
* Has demonstrated people management experience;
* Has excellent knowledge of IFRS standards, auditing, taxation, and taxes;
* Has experience in the insurance and/or reinsurance industry, which is considered a significant asset;
* Has in-depth knowledge of Oracle ERP, considered an asset;
* Has excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel and is highly comfortable using the Microsoft suite;
* Demonstrates hands-on leadership, patience, professional judgment, a solid sense of ownership, and intellectual curiosity;
* Is able to remain highly involved in day-to-day operations while maintaining a structured perspective focused on continuous improvement;
* Demonstrates the ability to mobilize a team, support change, and maintain high standards of quality and rigor;
* Has a very advanced level of proficiency in French, as the team is French-speaking and day-to-day work and communications are conducted in French;
* Has an intermediate level of proficiency in English, as the incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate with English-speaking suppliers and teams on a regular basis. ## Why you’ll love working with us
* A work environment where learning and development come together with a collective pursuit of excellence;
* Artificial intelligence made accessible to everyone, helping increase personal effectiveness and support the organization’s growth;
* A healthy, safe, equi

📌 Assistant Director, Operational Accounting (Quebec City)
🏢 iA Financial Group
📍 Quebec City