Philippe E Brassard Gagnon
About Philippe E Brassard Gagnon
Philippe E Brassard Gagnon is a Directeur de Recherche Comptable with extensive experience in accounting standards and policies. He has held various positions in notable companies, including Desjardins, CGI, Ivanhoé Cambridge, and Ernst & Young, and has been with Intact since 2020.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Philippe E Brassard Gagnon serves as the Directeur - Recherche Comptable at Intact Financial Corporation. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's accounting research initiatives. His role involves overseeing accounting standards and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Intact Financial Corporation is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance in Canada, and Gagnon's expertise supports its commitment to maintaining high accounting standards.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Intact, Gagnon accumulated extensive experience in the accounting sector. He worked at Ivanhoé Cambridge as a Conseiller principal, Normes et divulgations from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, he held positions at Desjardins as a Conseiller - normalisation comptable for 11 months and at CGI as Manager, Accounting Policies for 8 months. His career also includes a role as Analyste senior, Normes Comptables at CGI from 2013 to 2015 and as Conseiller Sénior at Ernst & Young from 2008 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Philippe E Brassard Gagnon studied at HEC Montréal, where he developed a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices. His academic background supports his professional roles in various organizations, where he has focused on accounting standards, compliance, and policy development. Gagnon's education has equipped him with the necessary skills to navigate complex accounting environments.
Career Timeline
Gagnon's career in accounting spans over a decade, beginning with his role at Ernst & Young from 2008 to 2013. He then transitioned to CGI, where he worked in various capacities until 2016. Following his time at CGI, he joined Ivanhoé Cambridge for three years before moving to his current position at Intact Financial Corporation in 2020. His career reflects a steady progression through significant roles in the accounting field.