Finance Manager – Corporate

Raise; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is seeking a finance professional to collaborate with Agile teams. The role involves analyzing processes, managing backlogs, and developing solutions using advanced tools like Excel and Python. Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related industry experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Agile processes and principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and validation of financial results.
• Manage backlog and elaborate user stories.
• Design and develop streamlined solutions.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

Professional Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA)

Relevant degree

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Python

SQL

Job description

Collaborate with the Agile development team and stakeholders throughout the project and create requirements that turn vision into value-added outcomes

• Independently assessing and mapping of current state processes within Finance to help identify solutions that address all root causes and meet business needs
• Lead the analysis and validation of financial and analytic results and testing effort for new developments to ensure solutions are delivered with the highest quality
• Effective and timely communications with internal clients, including engagement status, solutioning options, presentation of demo, recommendations, and outcomes
• Provide an active role in mitigating impediments impacting successful team completion of Release / Sprint Goals
• Provide backlog management and elaboration of user stories
• Responsible for identifying and tracking benefits of opportunities in our pipeline and delivered solutions to demonstrate value to our stakeholders
• Design and develop streamlined and value-added solutions leveraging technology (e.g. Excel, Tableau and Python) that results in process optimization and / or efficiency
• Research and analyze market, the users, and the roadmap for the product
• Keep abreast with Agile / Scrum best practices and new trends

QUALIFICATIONS

Professional Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) or relevant degree with 3-5 years of related industry experience

• Advance skills in using Excel (including Power Query) and knowledge of Macro / VBA, Tableau, Python, SQL and Longview advantageous
• Excellent relationship management skills to service a diverse group of stakeholders and clients
• Ability to organize, prioritize and make decisions that require innovative thinking
• Knowledge of Lean Agile process and principles (Scrum, Kanban, Process design and Value optimization)
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
• Creative thinker with a vision and a great desire to learn new skills