Accounting specialist, financial transactions

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts. Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are– here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise. Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions. Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us. About The Role We are looking for an accounting specialist to join our growing financial transactions team. About The Position The Financial Transactions team is a multidisciplinary team that participates in several mandates such as accounts payable and controls, corporate credit card management, treasury expense monitoring, international business travel, and corporate travel sustainability. As a member of the team, you will participate in various tasks such as: Analysis, Reconciliation And Accounting Procedures

• Perform monthly reports and various analyses such as changes in spending, travel patterns, greenhouse gases, etc.
• Perform reconciliations between different IT systems for G/L accounts overseen by the team
• Analyze and explain results by types of expenses, by department.
• Make accounting entries in ERP
• Accounting distribution of transactions in General Ledgers and Cost Centers
• Collect part of the data used for global sustainability reporting
• Identify opportunities to reduce travel costs through various analyses

Controls & Auditing

• Ensure that users comply with internal policies by applying controls.
• Ensure that payments and processes handled in accounts payable are compliant and subject to rigorous controls to mitigate the risk of fraud.
• Collaborate with internal and external audit teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in the continuous improvement of operational, financial and internal control processes.
• Improve and optimize dashboards (KPIs)

Software Implementation

• Participate in the implementation of a new expense management tool
• Establish test scenarios
• Carry out project monitoring
• Collaborate with the various business units involved

What You'll Put To Good Use

• Relevant CPA designation or equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 5 years of relevant experience related to the position
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Oracle, Power BI/PowerQuery is an asset.
• Experience working with an expense management tool
• Experience in combined financial analysis of accounting concepts and principles.
• Sense of initiative, desire to learn and understand and strong interest in teamwork.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload and ability to manage multiple files at once.
• Demonstrate entrepreneurship, creativity and critical thinking.
• Customer and results oriented and high sense of ethics.
• Bilingualism essential (French/English) – Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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. 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. Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada. If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.