Director, Finance – Investment

Director, Finance – Investment at Intact

Location: Montreal (2020 boul. Robert-Bourassa)

About the Role

You will lead all financial activities in support of the investment teams, including production of financial information, internal and external reports, financial forecasts, and budgets, and expenditure control. Your analysis and understanding of accounting principles and investments will assist senior management in making strategic investment decisions. You will ensure successful execution of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end processes, maintain robust internal controls, and play an active role in transforming and centralizing financial information worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of about ten professionals, including managers.
• Work closely with senior management, particularly the Chief Investment Officer, the Chief Financial Officer, and the Operational Investment Committee.
• Oversee internal financial reporting related to investment results to ensure better decision‑making.
• Oversee the budget, financial forecasts and expenses of the investment team.
• Oversee the financial close process, including system feeds, reconciliations, controls, and review of results, on a timely basis with the highest level of quality.
• Oversee the publication of external financial information related to investment results, including the financial statements of the Group and various legal entities, and the management report.
• Coordinate work with external auditors and implement accounting standards or significant transactions.
• Work closely with other Finance teams (management control, accounting research) to incorporate investment results into aggregate reports.
• Continuously strive for improvement, automation and integration with various financial systems.
• Contribute to special projects, including acquisitions.

Qualifications

• CPA and/or CFA designation, an asset.
• Over ten years of relevant experience, including five years in management.
• Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple priorities.
• Leadership skills, proven team player.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Ease of presenting and explaining complex information to persuade and influence.
• Bilingualism (French‑English) is essential.

What We Offer

• 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 and hybrid work model.
• Possibility to purchase up to five extra days off per year.
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle.
• Access to tools and resources supporting physical and mental health.
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem with learning journeys, online content, and inspiring programs.
• Inclusive employee‑led networks for development and community impact.
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who help you grow.
• A Community Impact program.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. At Intact, we value diversity and create an accessible workplace. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity‑deserving groups. We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities and provide accommodations as needed. If you require a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.