Senior Business Analyst, Data Management, Financial Reporting

Intact

. Provide ongoing oversight of finance-related data standards, controls, and processes .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMontréal • CanadaSenior💰 CA$94,200 - CA$115,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in finance-related data standards, controls, and processes, with a strong focus on optimizing the Chart of Accounts and translating organizational needs into actionable solutions. Proficient in stakeholder alignment, change management, and advanced analytical techniques to enhance business operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPA Certification10+ Years Business Analyst ExperienceAdvanced Excel SkillsChange Management ExperienceProperty and Casualty Insurance Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Chart of Accounts OptimizationBusiness Process ReviewFunctional AnalysisRequirements GatheringData AnalysisFunctional Specifications DocumentationQuality Assurance SupportRelational Data ConceptsScenario ReviewOutcome Validation

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsStakeholder Influence

Tools & Technologies

ExcelData ValidationPivot Tables

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Finance Data StandardsChange InitiativesBusiness StakeholdersTechnology TeamsSupport FunctionsProperty and Casualty Insurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide ongoing oversight of finance-related data standards, controls, and processes
Optimize the Chart of Accounts
Partner with finance and business stakeholders, technology teams, and support functions
Translate organizational needs and change initiatives into clear requirements, recommendations, and solutions
Plan and coordinate project activities related to organizational requirements, process improvements, and change initiatives
Lead requirements gathering through interviews, workshops, and cross-functional working sessions
Act as intermediary between IT, end users, and leaders across different organizational levels
Analyze inputs from multiple sources and break high-level needs into detailed requirements
Recommend solutions to business problems
Translate objectives into functional specifications and detailed documentation using defined templates and standards
Ensure alignment and continuity across business, technology, and support teams
Identify and assess change needs, evaluate impacts, and communicate impacts to stakeholders
Support Quality Assurance during test planning and execution, including scenario review and outcome validation
Improve productivity and reduce risk through analysis, documentation, and follow-through

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or any combination of equivalent education and experience
CPA certification required
Hands-on experience working with a Chart of Accounts
10+ years of relevant Business Analyst experience, including business process review and functional analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Change management experience and mindset
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to influence and align stakeholders
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data validation
Working understanding of relational data concepts, including tables, fields, keys, joins, lookup and reference tables
Strong initiative, autonomy, time management, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Client-oriented approach and strong team spirit
Experience in the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry is an asset
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required to interact regularly with English-speaking colleagues across Canada
Must be eligible to work in Canada; no Canadian work experience required
Intact does not provide immigration-related sponsorship or support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits supporting physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine and Wellness account
Share plan and other savings: up to 12% of salary or more
Annual bonus plan with a 12% target and potential payout up to double the target
Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), with Intact matching 50% of net shares
Defined benefit pension plan with opportunity for guaranteed income for life
Workplace accommodations and equal access support