Jalal Khargou
About Jalal Khargou
Jalal Khargou is the Director of Finance, Projects & Transformation at Intact, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in finance and information technology, with previous roles at CIBC, Aliments Sunchef Inc, and Abbott Laboratories, and he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Cognitive Computing.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Jalal Khargou has held multiple positions at Intact Financial Corporation since 2014. He currently serves as the Director of Finance, Projects & Transformation, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he was the Director of Finance for Broker Financial Solutions from 2016 to 2019 and the Manager of Finance for Information Technology from 2014 to 2016. His tenure at Intact has involved overseeing financial operations and leading transformation initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jalal Khargou has a strong educational background in finance and information technology. He earned a Master of Science in Information Technology from Université TÉLUQ between 2017 and 2020. He also holds a Postgraduate degree in Corporate Finance from the same institution, completed in 2016. Additionally, he is a CFA® Charterholder, having studied Corporate Finance at the CFA Institute from 2008 to 2010. Currently, he is pursuing a Ph.D. in Cognitive Computing at UQAM since 2021.
Background in Finance and Accounting
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Jalal Khargou gained extensive experience in finance and accounting. He worked as a Regional Controller for CIBC/INTRIA from 2005 to 2014 and as a Financial Controller at Aliments Sunchef Inc from 2002 to 2005. His career began in Belgium, where he served as a Senior Accountant at Abbott Laboratories from 1998 to 2002. His background includes a Bachelor's degree in Accounting Sciences from Chambre Belge des Comptables, Experts-Comptables et Conseils Fiscaux, completed in 1999.
Achievements in Cognitive Computing and Data Science
Jalal Khargou specializes in cognitive computing, focusing on the conceptualization of complex phenomena from a computer science perspective. He combines his analytical skills with a strong knowledge of the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry, utilizing quantitative methods and data science to drive modernization projects and business digitalization initiatives. His approach emphasizes finding innovative solutions and enhancing team performance.