Finance Transformation - Senior Manager - Montreal

EY; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is searching for a Finance Transformation Manager in Montreal, Canada. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with experience in managing and delivering finance transformation projects. You will be responsible for building and maintaining client relationships while mentoring junior team members to create a cohesive and high-performing environment. This position offers competitive compensation and a broad range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in industry or consulting.
• Experience with finance transformation and emerging technologies.
• Ability to work and manage staff on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance Transformation engagements advising clients.
• Manage financial aspects of engagements including staffing.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Client relationship management

Coaching and mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA, CPA, CA, CMA, CGA desirable

Job description

The opportunity

We are seeking a creative problem solver who enjoys working in teams and has experience in finance and consulting to bring their expertise to our team. As a Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the team to analyze financial data, develop strategies, and present the team’s findings to clients. You will work closely with other consultants and clients to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget.

Recognizing the changing and fast‑paced professional landscape, you will team with engagement leadership to bring our broad range of capabilities and insights to enhance the effectiveness of the finance and operations function. You will be part of our Finance Transformation team and help clients by focusing on providing business advisory services that achieve measurable benefits in operational efficiency and strategic decision making.

Who We are

A career in our Finance Transformation practice, within Business Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside Business leaders to optimise their finance functions.

We help organisations achieve strategic alignment of their finance organisation, implement service and cost improvement initiatives, and embed a performance management process and culture that unite the business around its core objectives. The insights and quality services we provide help our clients build trust and confidence in the digital transformation of finance processes. We play a critical role in disrupting current financial functions through the optimal intervention of technology, and we make digital transformation a realistic goal by efficiently analysing and utilising business data.

Areas of Expertise

• Finance Transformation Strategy & Roadmap
• Financial Statement Close & Consolidations
• FP&A, Controlling Excellence & Management Reporting
• Finance Operating Model Design
• Finance & Accounting Process Improvement, Mapping and Documentation
• Global Business Services including Shared Service Centres, Outsourcing

What you will do

As a Finance Transformation Manager or Senior Manager, you are expected to utilise your knowledge and experience to provide innovative solutions to clients as well as produce insightful thought leadership. You will actively contribute to improving operational efficiency and ensuring high quality on projects and internal initiatives. Your role in leading teams (or parts of teams) on projects will depend on the size of engagement and will be under the responsibility of higher levels; they will also look to you to anticipate and identify risks and elevate issues as appropriate. Additionally, you will establish, maintain, and strengthen client relationships as a trusted business advisor, and identify potential business opportunities for EY.

As an influential member of the team, you will help to create a positive learning culture and will actively coach and counsel junior team members to help them develop.

Client responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Finance Transformation engagements, which involves advising clients on their internal finance strategy, operating models, and financial processes
• Assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organising staffing, tracking budget and communicating issues to project leaders
• Participate in business development initiatives (POVs, Proposals, NextWave Sessions, among others)
• Build strong internal relationships within Consulting and across other services

People Management responsibilities

• Keep people at centre through effective supervising, coaching, and mentoring of staff members
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff
• Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Finance Transformation professionals
• Maintain an educational programme to continually develop personal skills and knowledge
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and keep an open mind (know when to lead and when to follow)
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to speak fluently and professionally in English, French an asset
• A high level of motivation and a self‑starting attitude
• An ability to think outside the box, thrive on new challenges, and understand clients and teammates’ work style

What you will bring

• Strong academic record including a bachelor’s degree and an approximate minimum of 7 years’ experience in industry or with a recognised consulting firm
• Professional designation and/or qualification is desired i.e. MBA, CPA, CA, CMA, CGA
• Experience in delivering projects that cover the full life cycle of assessment, design and implementation support
• Experience with emerging technologies and robotic process automation roll‑out is an asset
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
• Travel may be required for this role

Ideally, you’ll also have knowledge and experience of a number of the following areas: finance transformation; process transformation and improvement; planning, budgeting and forecasting; performance measurement and performance management; business performance reporting; cost reduction; shared service centres and business process outsourcing; financial statement close.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture – built on high‑performance teaming – where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It’s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programmes and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well‑being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Inclusiveness at EY

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity

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