Senior Manager, Financial Systems & Data Analytics
Job Summary
Purpose of the Job
The Senior Manager Financial Systems & Data Analytics will lead the governance maintenance and continuous improvement of Anaplan Finance data models GL-sourced data processes reporting and analytics capabilities. This role supports management decision-making regulatory reporting planning month-end close and Finance transformation initiatives through strong system ownership data controls and partnership with FP&A Accounting Finance leadership Technology Data/EDM Risk/Controls and business stakeholders.
Maintenance of Financial Data & Systems (35%)
Oversee the maintenance governance and ongoing enhancement of Anaplan and related Finance data processes including integrations master data alignment access management documentation and controls.
Ensure month-end and quarter-end data in Anaplan key Finance tables and downstream reporting processes is accurate complete reconciled and available within required close timelines.
Lead Anaplan readiness and execution support for budgeting forecasting and planning cycles including model preparation version and scenario management data loads validation and issue resolution.
Partner with Operations Technology Data/EDM FP&A Accounting Finance leadership Risk/Controls and business stakeholders to validate GL-sourced data support mappings and integrations and define downstream reporting requirements.
Provide technical leadership across financial models SQL Power BI Power Query DAX automation data cleansing reporting controls and management reporting.
Enhance Financial Analyses and Processes (20%)
Define prioritize and deliver enhancements to Anaplan financial models reporting processes budgeting and forecasting tools and Finance data infrastructure in partnership with FP&A Accounting Finance leadership Technology Data/EDM Risk/Controls and business stakeholders.
Own the intake prioritization and roadmap for Anaplan and Finance reporting enhancements balancing business needs control requirements and delivery capacity.
Lead change management activities including impact assessment release planning user acceptance testing stakeholder communications training and post-implementation support.
Drive continuous improvement of Finance processes with a focus on efficiency auditability governance automation and risk management.
Coordinate with internal teams and external implementation or support partners to deliver enhancements resolve defects and support Finance transformation priorities.
Financial Analysis/Ad hoc Reporting (30%)
Lead ad hoc reporting and analysis requests for Finance leadership FP&A Accounting Risk/Controls Technology Data/EDM and business stakeholders ensuring deliverables are accurate insightful timely and clearly communicated.
Oversee the collection consolidation analysis and interpretation of financial data and key performance metrics from multiple systems and business areas.
Support broader Accounting Finance and enterprise initiatives by providing analytical leadership subject matter expertise and practical recommendations.
Team Leadership and People Management (15%)
Lead delivery of Finance initiatives by managing priorities timelines risks dependencies and stakeholder expectations.
Manage coach and develop reporting resources by setting clear expectations providing feedback and supporting technical and professional growth.
Identify training cross-functional exposure and development opportunities to strengthen team capability and effectiveness.
a Bachelor or Master degree in Accounting Finance Business Computer Science or a related field required; CPA CFA or similar designation considered an asset.
7 to 10 years of progressive experience in Finance systems reporting analytics data management or Finance transformation.
Hands-on experience with Anaplan administration model management enhancements lists and hierarchies access management imports/exports versioning budgeting forecasting and reporting support is strongly preferred.
Experience working with general ledger platforms or GL-sourced data including integrations controls reporting structures reconciliations and downstream reporting requirements.
Advanced experience with Power BI Power Query SQL data modelling reporting architecture data quality controls and automation tools such as VBA or Python.
Strong understanding of month-end and quarter-end close budgeting and forecasting cycles internal controls reconciliations management reporting and financial modelling.
Demonstrated experience leading process improvement reporting modernization system enhancement change management or Finance transformation initiatives.
Previous people leadership or team management experience is strongly preferred.
Strong executive communication analytical problem-solving prioritization and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across FP&A Accounting Finance leadership Technology Data/EDM Risk/Controls and business stakeholder groups.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
About Company
At Equitable Bank, we specialize in providing branchless financial services that meet the unique needs of all Canadians. Our range of mortgages, savings accounts and investment options are designed to offer the right solutions to match any unique circumstance.