Intact Financial Corporation

IT Business Analyst Senior

Intact Financial Corporation$94K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or equivalent experience.
  • CPA designation or progress towards CPA preferred.
  • Over 5 years of experience in financial analysis, project management finance, or a similar role.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies like Agile or Waterfall is a plus.
  • Proficiency in financial management software such as SAP or Oracle.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and financial modeling.
  • Experience with financial reporting tools like Power BI or Tableau.

Responsibilities

  • Support monthly Prioritization and Funding Review (PFR) and budgeting processes through comprehensive data collection and financial impact alignment.
  • Prepare timely executive presentations that summarize budget-related findings.
  • Provide cost estimation support for projects, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
  • Track and monitor financial performance of projects, analyzing budgets, forecasts, and actuals.
  • Identify and analyze financial trends and variances to highlight risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with IT and finance stakeholders to manage initiative budgets effectively.
  • Improve financial tracking processes and tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus target of 12%, with potential payout up to double based on performance.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company matching 50% on net shares.
  • Flexible pension offerings providing long-term security and guaranteed income options.
  • Encouragement for candidates outside the salary range to apply, demonstrating a commitment to diverse backgrounds.
Full Job Description
Salary range (but not limited to): 94,200 - 115,200 Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 12% As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) - with Intact matching 50% of your net shares. Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan. Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well. About the role We're looking for a Senior IT Business Analyst to join our growing team! Our Senior IT Business Analyst supports IT&Labs portfolio planning and governance by owning initiative-level budgeting, forecasting, actuals tracking, variance analysis, and benefits realization reporting. This role enables data-driven investment decisions through disciplined financial analysis, clear executive reporting, and strong partnership with IT and Finance stakeholders. What you'll do here:
  • Support the PFR (Prioritization and funding review) and Budgeting:
    • Collect the various request monthly. Challenge each item and align with the finance team to ensure adequate financial impacts to the IT budget.
    • Prepare appropriate executive presentations in a timely manner.
    • Provide cost estimation support for new and ongoing projects.
    • Track and monitor project financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, and actuals.
    • Review and analyse resource planning and allocation to ensure alignment with financial objectives.
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting:
    • Need to understand the portfolio movement and proactively bring visibility to financial challenges/recommendations.
    • Collaborate with the various IT stakeholders to manage initiative budgets.
    • Develop detailed financial reports and dashboards for stakeholders and leadership.
    • Analyze financial trends and variances, identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Benefits and Risk and Compliance Management:
    • Identify, assess and track financial benefits related to initiative execution.
    • Provide supporting document.
    • Lead benefits discussion and support documentation requirements, as needed.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration:
    • Partner with finance teams, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure financial alignment.
    • Act as a liaison between IT stakeholders and business sponsors on various matters that are led by the IT&Labs group.
    • Communicate financial findings in a clear and actionable manner.
  • Process and Tools Improvement:
    • Enhance financial tracking processes and tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.
    • Evaluate and implement financial management tools to streamline reporting and analysis.
    • Support the IT & Labs team in defining and maintaining financial standards and templates.
What you bring to the table:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
  • CPA designation or progress toward CPA (preferred).
  • Over 5 years of experience in financial analysis, project management finance, or a similar role.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is a plus.
  • Proficiency in financial management software (SAP, Oracle,).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, financial modeling).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a financial focus.
  • Experience with financial reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • High level of attention to detail and financial accuracy.
  • Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • A proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial issues.
  • For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
#LI-Hybrid Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

About Intact Financial Corporation

Intact Financial Corporation is a Canadian insurance company that provides property and casualty insurance to individuals and businesses. The company operates in Canada and the United States and offers a range of insurance products, including auto, home, and commercial insurance. Intact Financial Corporation was founded in 1809 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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