Business Analyst – Financial Process Center of Excellence at iA Financial Group

Montreal, Quebec, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Process Optimization, Business Analysis, User Acceptance Testing, Change Management, Risk Management, Fraud Prevention, Stakeholder Facilitation, Business Architecture, Financial Analysis, Requirement Documentation, Power BI, Azure DevOps

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job Description Business Analyst – Financial Process Center of Excellence Québec City or Montréal | Hybrid (Remote Work + Office Presence) | Permanent Position Build the future with us Are you driven by financial process optimization, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration? Do you want to contribute to large‑scale, high‑impact initiatives within the CFO sector? As a Business Analyst – Financial Process Center of Excellence, you will play a key role in the analysis, design, and evolution of business processes, while supporting major transformation initiatives, regulatory projects, and simplification efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your analytical mindset, synthesis skills, and ability to influence within a collaborative, innovative, and performance‑driven environment. What you will accomplish with us Depending on the complexity of the initiatives, you will be responsible for: Developing, writing, updating, and documenting business analyses in accordance with business architecture standards, while clarifying business needs with clients and partners. Documenting, designing, and optimizing business processes, and contributing to the definition of business rules in line with domain standards. Working closely with business architects to define delivery strategies and testing approaches. Providing leadership in the facilitation of workshops with stakeholders, with a focus on innovation, optimization, and performance. Analyzing, designing, and implementing business solutions and controls, particularly related to risk management and fraud prevention, including proofs of concept and prototypes. Identifying, documenting, and recommending detailed solutions to meet the sector’s operational needs. Establishing the testing strategy by planning, writing, executing, validating, and coordinating user acceptance testing, including test cases, results, and client support throughout the testing phase. Planning, managing, and actively contributing to change management activities. Building a climate of trust and sharing knowledge to foster a positive and collaborative work environment. You will work closely with business architecture advisors, fellow business analysts, product owners (POs), and technology teams. What could accelerate your success in this role We are looking for someone who: Is recognized for strong analytical rigor and the ability to clarify complex business needs. Stands out for their collaborative mindset and ease of working with multidisciplinary partners. Demonstrates solid expertise in business processes and structured analysis methodologies. Shows strong technological aptitude and autonomy in the use of various tools (Windows, Power BI, Azure DevOps, Hopex, Oracle ERP Cloud – assets). Has a minimum of 3 years of experience, including at least 2 years as a business analyst, ideally in the finance, accounting, or banking sector. Holds a CPA designation (asset). Language Requirement – Bill 96 (Québec) An intermediate level of proficiency in English is required, as the individual will be expected, on a daily basis, to engage in conversations with unilingual English‑speaking partners and colleagues, as well as to read, understand, and write business documents (e.g., deliverables, presentations, written communications). These interactions will notably take place with subsidiaries located in the United States and Canada, in the context of projects, workshops, and the sector’s day‑to‑day activities. Why you will enjoy working with us A work environment where learning and development are combined with a collective pursuit of excellence. A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive workplace where everyone can fully express and develop their potential. A hybrid work model supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces. Competitive benefits, including flexible group insurance, a competitive pension plan, employee share purchase plan, vacation and wellness days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and more. Apply now and take the lead in your career, where your talent truly matters! Thinking about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply — your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you! Location(s) Quebec, Quebec Other Possible Location(s) Montreal, Quebec Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-05-30 Company Overview iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes. Want to join the iA family, but there’s no job openings right now that match your profile? Let us know you’re interested!

Responsibilities

The role involves analyzing, designing, and optimizing financial business processes and controls to support transformation and regulatory initiatives. Key duties include documenting business needs, facilitating stakeholder workshops, and coordinating user acceptance testing.