Job Description

Are you a designated Financial Accountant with a high potential that wants to work closely with operations and who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We would love to hear from you! Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Financial Accountant will collaborate on all the activities related to accounting and preparation of financial reports for the Dealers Services division. The incumbent will also participate on projects where an accounting involvement is required, support the implementation of the new IFRS standards and support the operations in the achievement of its management reporting and internal control activities. Main responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial management reports and statements.
• Recommend and establish financial control procedures, in-line with current accounting standards
• Develop solutions to resolve accounting discrepancies and other financial problems/issues
• Ensure the accuracy of system produced and manually prepared customized statements.
• Ensure that all financial reports are prepared in accordance with IFRS and regulatory requirements and follow the iA group policies and procedures
• Support the company in the implementation of the new IFRS 17 and IFRS 9 standards according to the new requirements:
• Produce new internal and external reports including financial statements
• Assist in the review and update of accounting processes, including the closing process, and controls in place
• Assist in answering questions and produce reconciliation required for external and internal audits
• Participate in the production of the semi-annual regulatory report
• Prepare valuation reports of products in collaboration with Actuarial; prepare and post corresponding GL journal entries.
• Prepare financial reporting for various reinsurance, profit sharing and partnership arrangements.
• Support partners in their accounting questions and needs
• Actively contribute to various and challenging projects

Requirements

• CPA designation and 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Good knowledge of IFRS or willingness to learn
• Knowledge of the insurance industry is an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite with an advanced knowledge of Excel. Oracle EPR is an asset
• Well-developed analytical and interpersonal skills to enable incumbent to gather, interpret and analyze information and communicate the results of the analysis to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, market-driven environment, juggling multiple initiatives, re-establishing priorities on a continuous basis
• Self-starter who is resourceful and takes initiative to provide appropriate recommendations for improvements
• Excellent teamwork skills, solution-oriented and positive attitude
• Versatility and thoroughness
• Bilingual (French/English) an asset.

Company Overview

About

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we?re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it?s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we?re invested in you.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.