Intact Financial Corporation

Portfolio Analyst

Intact Financial Corporation$94K — $115K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in portfolio analysis or project management in IT.
  • Expertise in Power BI with ability to create dashboards.
  • Proven ability to present performance status to executive leadership.
  • Strong knowledge of project management tools like Clarity and JIRA.
  • Excellent analytical skills, transforming data into insights.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills. Bilingualism required for Quebec candidates.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and optimize the IT project portfolio to align with organizational goals.
  • Support prioritization and selection of projects using effective processes.
  • Ensure compliance with governance rules and IT processes.
  • Monitor and report on project performance against metrics, identifying improvements.
  • Conduct financial analysis for valuable insights on budget and cost control.
  • Collaborate with management to establish best practices for projects.
  • Facilitate cross-functional training and clear communication across teams.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus target up to 12% based on personal and company performance.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with 50% matching of net shares.
  • Flexible and secure pension offerings with guaranteed income for life.
  • Encouragement for all candidates to apply, regardless of salary range fitting.
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 are seeking an experienced and highly analytical IT Portfolio Analyst to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing the performance of our IT project portfolio and overseeing financial forecasts to ensure alignment with organizational goals and optimal project investments. As a Portfolio Analyst, you will collaborate closely with Portfolio Manager, PCO, Financial Coordinators and other stakeholders to support project prioritization, budgeting, and resource allocation to delivers maximum value. Your advanced analytical skills and proficiency with Power BI will empower you to provide actionable insights, optimize performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives throughout our IT project ecosystem. What you will accomplish with us: Portfolio Planning and Scheduling
  • Oversee the IT project portfolio to optimize project investments and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Support project prioritization through effective processes and tools to enhance project and program selection.
Quality Control & Assurance
  • Ensure compliance with governance rules and the application of processes and procedures established by the IT Business Office.
  • Performance Monitoring and Reporting
  • Track and assess the performance of projects and programs against defined metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Provide insights on portfolio delivery through presentations, analysis, and performance indicators. Coordinate and assist with capacity management to support project delivery.
Budget and Cost Control
  • Conduct financial analysis, leveraging actual, forecast, and budget data to provide valuable financial insights.
Continuous Improvement
  • Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement best practices, standards, and methodologies for project and portfolio management.
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration and communication, facilitating training and ensuring clear messaging across the organization to PCOs, PMs, Managers, and Directors.
What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in portfolio analysis, project management, or a similar role in IT projects.
  • Strong expertise in Power BI, including the ability to create dynamic dashboards and visualizations.
  • Proven track record of presenting portfolio status and performance to executive leadership.
  • Deep understanding of project management software (PPM) and tools, including Clarity, JIRA, etc.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to transform data into actionable insights.
  • Demonstrated experience in financial management and budget forecasting for IT portfolios.
  • Outstanding communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or similar is a plus.
  • 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 Ce poste jouera un rôle essentiel au sein de notre équipe. | This position will fill an essential role in our 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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