Senior Solution Architect - finance domain

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Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Solution Architect with Finance experience to join our growing team!

What you'll do:

• Define and maintain governance and compliance standards and policies.

• Execute architecture processes.

• Create, update and maintain architecture models, roadmaps and strategies.

• Lead risk and cost analysis including build vs. buy strategies and recommendations.

• Lead analysis of the current IT environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement.

• Contribute to the definition and evolution of global IT architecture based on long-term business strategy considering the diversity of Intact activities, the need for compliance to information Security requirements, the long-term business plan scenarios, the obsolescence of mission-critical applications and the evolution of IT solutions offerings from various sources.

• Understand, advocate and promote the architecture vision and value proposition within the IT and business community.

• Lead and facilitate research and assessment of new approaches and technologies for potential use within the organization.

• Lead and facilitate the creation and evolution of architecture principles to support decision-making.

• Consults with project teams to align projects to enterprise architecture to accommodate project needs.

• Consult with infrastructure teams to fit infrastructure to architecture, as well as to identify when it is necessary to modify the technical architecture to accommodate infrastructure needs.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer, information technology or engineering or any combination of equivalent education and experience.

• 10+ years in information technology.

• Experience with financial management software, budgeting tools, and financial reporting systems.

• Experience with Data Architecture and understanding of database systems and data warehousing.

• Knowledge of cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS).

• A team player and a technical mentor - willing to learn and collaborate with many groups of strong professionals.

• Understands or willing to learn about our different lines of business (policy, billing, claims, sales, self-serve, telematics, etc.).

• Open and transparent - able to communicate with the business, telecom, infrastructure, security, audit and software engineering.

• Driven by challenges and results.

• Organized, proactive and a catalyst for change.

• Knowledge on security best practices and understand the impacts it can have on a business.

• Comfortable working in a constantly evolving technological environment.

• An excellent team player who demonstrates leadership.

• Comfortable speaking with all levels of the organization and different audiences.

• 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.

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What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

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.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

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