Accounting Specialist – Corporate Cards

Job description

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. 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): 87,200 - 106,600 Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 10% 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 The Corporate Cards team is a dynamic and multidisciplinary team that supports the organization in managing corporate credit cards , cash expenses , and business travel . The team plays a key role in ensuring expense report compliance through the application of internal controls and support for audits, as well as in producing management reports (KPIs) . It also contributes to the organization’s sustainability objectives . In this role, you will help ensure compliance with the Expense and Travel Policy and support decision-making through analyses, indicators, and reports (KPIs) that track expense trends , identify cost-saving opportunities , and ensure high-quality information . You will also help prepare data used for greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations . The role includes a strong focus on continuous improvement , automation , and the use of AI , with a potential path toward a management role in the medium term. Key Responsibilities 1. Internal Controls, Audit, and Expense Report Compliance Ensure that expense reports are submitted in accordance with the Expense and Travel Policy through reviews, controls, follow-ups, and escalations. Apply internal controls related to expenses and document exceptions. Propose and implement control improvements to reduce exceptions and increase compliance. 2. Analysis, Reporting (KPIs), and Journal Entries Perform analyses of expenses and expense reports, including trends, variances, and indicators by expense type, department, resource, and other relevant categories. Produce and enhance management reports and dashboards ( KPIs ) related to expenses and business travel. Automate and standardize reporting to improve data quality and reduce manual tasks. Prepare and post journal entries in the ERP in accordance with the closing calendar. Identify and quantify travel cost-reduction opportunities and formulate recommendations. 3. Sustainability — GHG Data Related to Travel Collect, structure, and validate a portion of the data required for GHG calculations related to business travel. Support the continuous improvement of data quality through validation rules, consistency checks, and traceability. Contribute to the evolution of practices to better support the organization’s climate objectives. 4. AI — Enhancing the User Experience and Controls Participate in the implementation and enhancement of AI solutions applied to expense reports to simplify the user experience and increase compliance. Contribute to identifying practical use cases, such as anomaly detection, recommendations, intelligent controls, and assistance with expense report submissions. Help establish rules and controls that enable the safe and effective use of AI, including data quality, traceability, and confidentiality. 5. Continuous Improvement and Project Management Participate in the continuous improvement of operational, financial, and internal control processes. Take ownership of or co-lead optimization projects, including planning, progress tracking, deliverable coordination, and documentation. Contribute to standardizing the team’s methods, templates, and procedures. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA designation required. Minimum of five years of relevant experience in accounting, internal controls, audit, financial operations, or a related field. Excellent proficiency in Excel , with strong data analysis and reporting skills. Power BI / Power Query experience is a significant asset. Knowledge of an ERP system; Oracle experience is an asset. Experience with an expense management tool is an asset. Project management experience required. Demonstrated professional judgment and rigor, particularly when handling exceptions and conducting reviews or audits. Ability to analyze situations, document findings appropriately, and apply a consistent approach. Autonomous, service-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. For candidates located in Quebec, bilingual in English and French, both written and spoken , with regular interactions with colleagues across the country. #LI-Hybrid Ce poste jouera un rôle essentiel au sein de notre équipe. | This position will fill an essential role in our team. 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. 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. If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.