Business Planner, Operations Finance Initiatives

Toronto Community Housing; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional housing authority in Toronto is looking for a Business Planner, Operations Finance Initiatives. This role involves strategic planning support, project management, and financial analysis to ensure alignment with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in finance, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities, contributing significantly to operational efficiency and organizational success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid vacation days

Defined benefit pension plan

Health and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in financial planning or operations finance.
• Proven track record in financial management.
• Experience in performance measurement systems and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of business planning processes.
• Develop comprehensive business planning reports for senior management.
• Provide recommendations to improve processes through analysis.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) preferred

Tools

Project management software

Job description

What we offer

In addition to a competitive salary and a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we offer a comprehensive package that meets the various needs of our diverse employees, including:

• Ability to participate in inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Minimum three (3) weeks of paid annual vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Four (4) paid personal days
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, includes 100-per-cent employer matching
• Health and dental benefits, including a health spending account available upon your start date
• Employee and family assistance program
• Maternity and parental leave top up (93% of base salary)
• Training and development programs including tuition reimbursement of $1500 per calendar year
• Fitness membership discount

This job offers the opportunity to work from home as part of a hybrid work arrangement. This arrangement will allow you to work some days at a TCHC work location and the rest of the time from home. The amount of time required to work at a TCHC work location is flexible, while considering operational and service delivery requirements.

Make a difference

As the Business Planner, Operations Finance Initiatives, at TCHC, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Financial Strategy & Initiatives within the Finance Division, they will provide strategic business planning support and are responsible for coordination of a variety of business planning projects that are in line with corporate and divisional strategic objectives. Their responsibilities will include developing business planning policies, practices and reports relating to revenue optimization and arrears management. They are responsible for identifying emerging trends and proposing solutions to senior management and the executive team. By ensuring alignment with TCHC's financial objectives and regulatory standards, you will contribute significantly to the organization's operational efficiency and long-term success.

What you'll do

Business Planning Coordination :

• Lead the coordination of business planning processes between the Finance and Operations divisions, overseeing revenue optimization, arrears management and cost control pertaining to work orders
• Develop comprehensive business planning reports, presentations, and supporting documentation tailored for senior management and the CFO
• Collaborate with departmental counterparts and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of business planning initiatives, aligning with TCHC's strategic objectives
• Facilitate the development of financial policies and procedures, ensuring input from key collaborators
• Develop and implement best practices for operational finance priorities, such as managing revenue streams and arrears, supporting financial sustainability and alignment with organizational goals
• Support the development and implementation of divisional strategies that ensure all activities and budgets adhere to TCHC’s mission and strategic objectives
• Supporting the alignment of financial policies and overall budget optimization strategies with organizational strategies, ensuring that all business planning and decision-making processes adhere to TCHC’S standards and financial objectives

Analysis and Advisory :

• Provide recommendations to improve processes by conducting thorough analysis of revenue, arrears, work orders and other metrics and developing recommendations to improve processes
• Provide strategic advice to senior management, including the CFO, and external entities such as the board of directors and committees, substantiating findings and recommendations, ensuring alignment with TCHC's financial objectives
• Prepare reports and presentations on financial operational performance, offering insights into business planning implications and recommending strategic courses of action, emphasizing financial prudence and optimization
• Develop foundational framework for organizing data through data collection and analysis

Strategic Planning :

• Develop strategic planning resources and performance metrics within the Finance division to facilitate organizational planning endeavors, emphasizing financial efficacy and optimization
• Undertake proactive research and analysis on emerging business planning trends and methodologies, advocating for their incorporation into TCHC's planning frameworks, with a focus on financial viability and sustainability
• Assist in crafting and implementing performance indicators tailored to different operational facets of the organization

Project Management :

• Oversee the development of projects within the Finance division, from initiation through to completion, by creating and maintaining project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Manage the Toronto Seniors Housing Corporation (TSHC) transition agreement and provide updates to project teams
• Apply project management best practices to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and achieve project objectives
• Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders
• Support the Finance Team in cross functional reviews of system workflows to ensure financial control as per the Delegated Signing Authority
• Utilize project management software and tools to track progress, generate reports, and provide updates to senior management and the CFO
• Act as project lead for Operational Finance within the Finance division, including developing project plans, critical paths, and scheduling activities
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to reach optimal courses of action, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management, particularly the CFO
• Maintain robust liaisons with various corporate support functions to ensure the integrity and efficacy of business cases and submissions within the Finance division
• Support Finance Team in collaborating on various initiatives as required

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) preferred but not required
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a large public corporate environment in one or more of the following areas: financial planning or operations finance, strategic planning, creation and monitoring of accountability systems
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset
• Experience with revenue optimization or arrears management is preferred
• Experience in performance measurement systems, strategic planning, creation and monitoring of accountability systems
• Experience in the housing or community development sector preferred but not required
• Proven track record of success in supporting organizational growth and operational excellence through strategic leadership and effective decision-making
• Proven track record in financial management, encompassing financial modeling and strategic financial analysis, ideally within the housing or community development sector
• Demonstrated ability to establish and nurture strategic partnerships with stakeholders and industry leaders to advance organizational objectives
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, enabling the extraction of actionable insights from intricate datasets to drive informed decision-making
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, adept at articulating complex financial concepts effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders, aligning with the hierarchical reporting structure to the CFO within TCHC

What’s next

Once you apply, we’ll review your resume and contact you if we believe your skills and experience will make you successful in the role. If you are selected to move forward, the process will include one or more interviews and / or assessments and reference checks.