Job Description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact's commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. 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.

About the role

While we are looking for a

Financial Analyst

to join our Surety team in Vancouver.


As a

Financial Analyst

in the Surety team, you will play an essential role in the team's success by evaluating and analyzing financial and complex credit risk of our portfolio of construction clientele in the province of BC and Western Canada.

What you'll do here:

Perform financial, work-on-hand, credit, and trend analyses of financial statements and supporting documentation to evaluate risks, recommend solutions, and support (or challenge) underwriting decisions Prepare annual file reviews reporting on the capital, capacity, and character of our clients to establish appropriate bonding parameters, mitigate risk, and manage exposure Prioritize workflow to maximize productivity, meet deadlines, and respond within service level expectations Liaise with underwriters and management to discuss complex underwriting issues to develop and execute upon solution-based approaches Review new business submissions and provide preliminary action plan recommendations to underwriters, often maintaining involvement through the submission process Maintain existing files by reviewing and updating client data in our underwriting systems Participate in virtual and in-person meetings, industry associations, forums, and events to develop professional relationships and generate new business opportunities for our team Learn the inner workings of a unique and rewarding industry with ample career opportunity Have an impactful role in supporting the largest surety team in Western Canada

What you bring to the table:

Currently pursuing or completed a post-secondary university degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration or relevant experience in the field or a combination of both. Minimum 1 year experience in contract surety, commercial banking, insurance or accounting. Construction surety experience considered an asset. Solid understanding of/ and comfort navigating financial statements. Strong analytical thinking with effective communication and problem-solving skills. Experience dealing with clients/contractors, brokers, company executives, bankers, and attorneys would be an asset. Ability to manage multiple priorities while adapting to new and changing information. Ability to work independently and collaborate with co-workers in a team setting. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability. Excellent organizational skills and intermediate computer skills: MS Office Suite

This is a 12 month contract opportunity with a potential for extension

.

Salary of the successful candidate will typically be positioned between the following range, taking into consideration a number of factors including prior experience, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, location and internal equity:


$55,700.00 - $83,500.00

What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.


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 temporary member of our team:


Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow 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. 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, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

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. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

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.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We'll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.