Manager Finance

Purolator Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to lead IT financial planning, cloud optimization, and data monetization initiatives. You will own IT budgets, forecasting, variance analysis, and partner with IT and product teams to align spend with business goals.

You will deliver dashboards with Power BI, support TBM, and provide actionable insights to improve cloud cost efficiency and the profitability of digital products in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• CPA/CFA/CIMA certification preferred.
• 5+ years in financial analysis, IT/digital/cloud environments.
• Experience in cloud cost optimization, digital product financial management, and data monetization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage IT budgets (CAPEX, OPEX, TCO) for infra, cloud, and digital platforms.
• Forecasting, variance analysis, scenario modeling for IT/digital initiatives.
• Evaluate ROI of digital products and data monetization initiatives; align pricing with market trends.
• Analyze cloud spend and optimize costs; negotiate with vendors.
• Partner with IT to monitor cloud consumption and right-size resources.
• Create financial models for cloud migration and hybrid cloud strategies.
• Support TBM implementation to improve cost transparency in IT spend.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

TBM knowledge

Financial modeling (subscription/usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

CPA/CFA/CIMA preferred

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel (macros, pivot tables)

AWS Cost Explorer

Azure Cost Management

TBM framework

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As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you.

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Finance Manager to support our IT operations, focusing on cloud optimization, digital products, and data monetization. This role involves comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and reporting to drive informed decision‑making for IT investments and digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial background coupled with a deep understanding of technology, enabling them to provide insights that enhance operational efficiency and align IT spending with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and refine IT budgets, including CAPEX, OPEX, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for infrastructure, cloud services, and digital platforms
• Conduct financial forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario modeling for IT and digital initiatives
• Evaluate financial performance of digital products and services, ensuring alignment with revenue and growth targets
• Analyze cloud spending and recommend strategies for cost optimization, including workload placement, resource utilization, and vendor negotiations
• Partner with IT teams to monitor cloud consumption and identify opportunities to right‑size resources or leverage reserved capacity
• Develop financial models to assess cloud migration and hybrid cloud strategies, including cost‑benefit analysis

Digital Products & Data Monetization

• Provide financial insights for the development and commercialization of digital products and services
• Evaluate the ROI of data monetization initiatives, including subscription models, API integrations, and marketplace participation
• Collaborate with product teams to align pricing strategies with market trends and cost structures

Data-Driven Insights & Reporting

• Create and maintain dashboards and reports to track IT and digital financial performance using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or similar
• Deliver actionable insights on technology investments, resource allocation, and cost‑saving opportunities
• Support data monetization efforts by analyzing revenue streams and identifying untapped opportunities

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Serve as a financial partner to IT, product, and data teams, fostering collaboration to drive strategic initiatives.
• Communicate financial data effectively to technical and non‑technical stakeholders, providing recommendations for resource allocation and investment prioritization.
• Support Technology Business Management (TBM) implementation to enhance cost transparency and alignment of IT spend with business outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards, including cloud‑specific reporting requirements.
• Assess financial risks associated with IT investments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Stay informed about market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting IT and digital spending.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA, or CIMA) is preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within IT, digital, or cloud environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud cost optimization, digital product financial management, and data monetization strategies.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in financial systems like SAP, Power BI, or similar, with advanced Excel skills (e.g., macros, pivot tables).
• Experience with cloud financial management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of IT frameworks like Technology Business Management (TBM) is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with financial modeling for subscription‑based and usage‑based revenue models.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, capable of influencing cross‑functional teams and leadership.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging technology to drive financial success.

POSTING DETAILS
Location: 530 - Corporate
Working Conditions: Office Environment

Reports to: Senior Manager, Finance Business Partner
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Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

At Purolator, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fully compliant with Canadian law. As part of the first round of pre‑screening, the application process may involve the integration of human oversight with an automated AI solution (“AI Tool”) to assist in evaluating candidate qualifications for the position for which they are applying. This AI Tool assists in automating certain stages, such as resume screening and skills assessments, and helps expedite getting to the initial communication stage with candidates. Any personal information shared with Purolator will be used strictly for the purposes of these job applications in compliance with applicable privacy law. If you have any questions about the process, please contact: [e-mail]

We recognize that our employees and their families are key stakeholders. We will only be successful as a business if we provide our employees with a safe and healthy workplace and we have the right people in the right roles with the support they need to succeed. To learn more about us and our values, go to https://www.purolator.com.
At Purolator, every day is an opportunity for our employees to connect with one another and with our customers to help make a positive impact in the communities where we live, work and play.

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