Hugo Bessette Collette
About Hugo Bessette Collette
Hugo Bessette Collette serves as the Principal Director of Operations and Strategic Investment Accounting at Intact, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in accounting and auditing, with previous roles at EY and Intact spanning over a decade.
Current Position at Intact Financial Corporation
Hugo Bessette Collette serves as the Directeur Principal, Opérations et Comptabilité des Placements Stratégiques at Intact Financial Corporation. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the strategic operations and accounting within the organization. His role involves overseeing investment operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Previous Experience at EY
Prior to his current role, Hugo Bessette Collette worked at EY in various capacities. He served as a Senior Accountant from 2009 to 2013 in Montreal, where he gained foundational experience in accounting. He later took on the role of Audit Manager from 2014 to 2015 in the San Francisco Bay Area, followed by a brief tenure as Chef d'équipe en Certification for four months in 2015. His experience at EY provided him with a strong background in auditing and financial management.
Educational Background
Hugo Bessette Collette studied at the Université du Québec à Montréal, where he completed a Graduate Diploma in Accounting and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). His academic journey spanned from 2005 to 2010, equipping him with essential knowledge and skills in business and accounting principles.
Career Progression
Hugo Bessette Collette's career has shown a clear progression in the field of accounting and finance. After starting as a Senior Accountant at EY, he advanced to roles with increasing responsibility, including Audit Manager and Chef d'équipe en Certification. His transition to Intact Financial Corporation in 2015 marked a significant step in his career, where he has continued to develop his expertise in strategic investment operations.