Director, Financial Operations

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

We are looking for a dynamic Director, Financial Operations to lead our Accounts Payable function, business travel oversight, the development of sustainable business travel practices and the corporate credit card management.

The Director will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient financial processes, compliance, and strategic improvements across these key areas.

What you'll do here:

• Accounts Payable Management:
  • Oversee the accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all payments.
  • Implement and manage robust internal controls to prevent errors and mitigate the risks of fraud.
  • Drive the efficient use of technology and foster an environment of continuous improvement in operational, financial, and internal control processes.
• Business Travel Oversight and Corporate Card Management:
  • Oversee business travel to ensure that travel is conducted in a safe, cost-effective, and sustainable manner.
  • Analyze travel expenditures and trends to identify opportunities for optimizing travel practices.
  • Promote and enforce sustainable business travel initiatives.
  • Establish policies and procedures for efficient use of corporate credit cards, analyze credit card transactions for compliance, and identify opportunities for cost savings.

What you bring to the table:

• CPA designation.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in financial operations with a continuous improvement mindset and a strong focus on financial controls.
• Sense of urgency, responsiveness, and accountability.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Collaborative with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate a team to achieve high performance.
• Bilingualism required (French / English) – Need to interact on a regular basis with colleagues across the country.

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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 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, 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.