Accounting Specialist, Group Reinsurance

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About the role

We’re looking for an Accounting Specialist, Finance & Group Reinsurance to join our growing team!

The mandate of Group Reinsurance is to ensure consistency and application of the best reinsurance practices amongst the Group. Our team provides recommendations to ensure strong internal controls, and we provide accounting and financial analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of our financial results. Our candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting Group Reinsurance activities.

In addition, our candidate will play an active role in the transformation of the reinsurance function while working on a project roadmap to support alignment of our different reinsurance groups.

What you’ll do here:

• Make recommendations to ensure best reinsurance practices are applied in different regions, but mainly to ensure consistency and alignment on reinsurance practices
• As a key stakeholder, actively participate in several strategic project/initiatives impacting reinsurance from both a systems and process perspective, such as IT implementations, process enhancements and acquisition integrations
• Support the preparation of the quarterly Group Reinsurance Operation and Control Committee
• Review, analyze and provide recommendations for processes and projects to increase the efficiency and availability of Group Reinsurance data for analysis and monthly reporting to ensure consistencies in key reporting used by management
• Participate in the consolidation process during the closure period for issues related to Group Reinsurance, and participate and influence the outcome of special projects impacting intercompany reinsurance workstream
• Document and implement new accounting standards and ensure proper application of the current standards
• Maintain, document, recommend and improve processes to keep a robust control environment
• Collaborate with external and internal auditors, as well as risk and compliance functions for activities under your responsibility
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements
• Participate in special business transactions which include working with Legal, Finance and other business partners
• Provide ad-hoc support and reinsurance analysis to support management

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or any combination of equivalent education and experience
• CPA designation (Certified Public Accountant) required
• 3 to 5 years experience in accounting, IFRS accounting standards or finance related positions
• Experience with insurance/reinsurance – a strong asset
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience in fast learning environments requiring adaptability to change
• Ability to interact with various people at all levels of the organization, including management and some external stakeholders
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to persuade, influence and motivate people from a wide variety of functional backgrounds
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required due to the need to interact on a regular basis with English speaking colleagues across the country

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What we offer

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, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

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