Manager Finance, It Finance

Key ResponsibilitiesOur 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.
Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary.
Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)
Salary Range (but Not Limited To)118,700 - 145,100
Annual Bonus Target, Based On The Base Salary, With a Potential Payout Of Up To Double The Target (subject To Personal And Company Performance)
15%
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 RoleWe are seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and people-focused Finance Manager to join our team. This individual will play a pivotal role in driving financial integrity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the finance function — while championing the adoption of AI and automation to transform how the team works. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, hands‑on leader who thrives on developing people, takes ownership and action rather than waiting for direction, and approaches every challenge as an opportunity to solve problems creatively and effectively.
Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Development & Leadership
Actively coach, mentor, and grow team members — creating individual development plans, providing regular feedback, and offering stretch assignments that build capability and confidence.
Foster a culture of ownership, proactivity, and continuous learning, empowering the team to identify issues early and act on them without waiting to be told.
Recognize and reward initiative, and create a safe environment for experimentation, including with new technologies.
Proactivity, Action & Problem‑Solving
Anticipate risks and opportunities ahead of time rather than reacting after the fact, drive issues to resolution quickly and decisively.
Lead and manage the full month‑end close process, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks before they impact deadlines.Design, implement, and monitor robust internal controls, continuously looking for root causes of issues rather than just symptoms.
AI & Process Innovation
Champion the adoption of AI, automation, and advanced analytics to streamline financial reporting, forecasting, and reconciliation processes.
Identify practical use cases where AI can reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, or accelerate decision‑making, and lead their implementation in partnership with IT.
Prepare, review, and deliver accurate, AI‑enhanced financial reports and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Core Finance Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial presentations, providing clear, actionable explanations to management.
Build and maintain strong, trust‑based relationships with peers across Finance, Operations, HR, IT, and other business units.
Act as a solutions‑oriented partner — approaching challenges with resolution, innovation, and constructive dialogue.
What You Bring To The Table
CPA designation is required
Minimum 5-years of progressive experience in finance or accounting – is required
Minimum 2-years experience managing direct reports coaching, mentoring, performance managing and delegating responsibilities - is required
Hands‑on experience or strong interest in AI tools, automation, and data visualization (e.G., Power BI, generative AI tools) applied to finance processes.
Demonstrated bias for action: a self‑starter who identifies problems and drives solutions without being prompted.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to break down complex issues into practical next steps.
Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls frameworks, and financial reporting standards.
Excellent communicator: articulates ideas clearly and confidently, adapts style to audience, and actively listens.
Detail‑oriented, with a high standard of accuracy and thoroughness in all deliverables.
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English‑speaking colleagues across the country.
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.
We are an equal opportunity employerAt 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.
Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration‑related matters including but not limited to employer‑specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.
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