Director, Capital Planning and Analysis

The Mason Group - Strategic Search Partners; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity & inclusion in recruitment

Accommodations on request

Job summary

The Mason Group - Strategic Search Partners is seeking a strategic finance leader for Capital Planning & Analysis to guide the financial planning, forecasting, and performance management of a large infrastructure portfolio.

You will build advanced models, oversee the full lifecycle from business case to post‑investment review, and deliver executive reporting on program performance to inform senior leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial planning, capital finance, or related fields in large, complex orgs.
• Experience supporting major infrastructure programs or capital-intensive portfolios.
• 7+ years of people leadership experience, building and coaching high-performing teams.
• Deep expertise in capital planning, forecasting, business case development, investment analysis, financial modelling, and performance management.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of capital governance, portfolio management, investment evaluation methodologies, and financial controls.
• Experience implementing or enhancing financial planning systems, forecasting tools, or enterprise reporting capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline; MBA or graduate degree is an asset.
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional designation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support for major capital investments.
• Lead enterprise-wide capital forecasting, planning, and performance management processes.
• Oversee the full capital lifecycle, including business case development, funding allocation, portfolio monitoring, and post-investment evaluation.
• Build and refine advanced financial models, scenario analyses, and investment evaluations.
• Strengthen capital governance frameworks, planning standards, and decision-making processes.
• Deliver executive-level reporting on capital program performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive modernization of capital planning systems, tools, and forecasting methodologies.
• Partner closely with leaders across Finance, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology, and Commercial teams.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team focused on capital planning, financial analysis, business case development, and program reporting.
• Foster a culture of analytical rigor, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Capital planning

Investment analysis

Financial modelling

Forecasting

Executive reporting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data-driven insights

Education

MBA

CPA/CFA

Job description

Are you looking to join a forward‑thinking organization undergoing one of the most ambitious infrastructure transformations in the country? This is a place where innovation, long‑term planning, and community impact drive every decision. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals committed to building a next‑generation operation - one that prioritizes performance, sustainability, and an exceptional customer experience. The environment is hybrid, flexible, and growth‑oriented, supported by comprehensive benefits, continuous learning, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and excellence. If you’re looking for a role where your strategic financial leadership directly shapes the future, this is it.

The Director, Capital Planning & Analysis serves as the strategic finance leader for a large‑scale capital investment portfolio. You will guide the financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and performance management that support major infrastructure and transformation initiatives.

In this role, you will:

• Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support for major capital investments.
• Lead enterprise‑wide capital forecasting, planning, and performance management processes.
• Oversee the full capital lifecycle, including business case development, funding allocation, portfolio monitoring, and post‑investment evaluation.
• Build and refine advanced financial models, scenario analyses, and investment evaluations.
• Strengthen capital governance frameworks, planning standards, and decision‑making processes.
• Deliver executive‑level reporting on capital program performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive modernization of capital planning systems, tools, and forecasting methodologies.
• Partner closely with leaders across Finance, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology, and Commercial teams.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team focused on capital planning, financial analysis, business case development, and program reporting.
• Foster a culture of analytical rigor, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, capital finance, investment analysis, or related fields within large, complex organizations.
• Experience supporting major infrastructure programs or capital‑intensive portfolios
• 7+ years of people leadership experience, including building and coaching high‑performing teams.
• Deep expertise in capital planning, forecasting, business case development, investment analysis, financial modelling, and performance management.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders through data‑driven insights and strategic recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of capital governance, portfolio management, investment evaluation methodologies, and financial controls.
• Experience implementing or enhancing financial planning systems, forecasting tools, or enterprise reporting capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related discipline; MBA or graduate degree is an asset.
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional designation.

Additional Information:

The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.

Technology-assisted screening tools including AI may be used during the recruitment process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Consultants.