Manager, Finance

Definity Financial Corporation; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 109,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company share ownership program

Incentive Program

Pension and savings programs

Paid volunteer days

Educational resources

Wellness and recognition programs

Discounts on products and services

Job summary

Definity Financial Corporation seeks a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis in Southwestern Ontario. This leadership role is crucial for driving expense management across the organization, collaborating with business units for expense forecasting and benchmarking.

The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, a degree in Finance or Accounting, and at least 5 years of progressive Finance experience. The position offers a salary range of $108,700-$158,700 and a range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5 years progressive experience in Finance with people leadership experience.
• Strong financial analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage forecasting and planning activities for expenses.
• Lead benchmarking activities against industry peers.
• Develop ad hoc analysis and reporting for expense initiatives.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Develop and manage the performance of 3 Senior Financial Analysts.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Generative AI

Education

CPA (Canada)

University degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Spreadsheet Server

Job description

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, is a critical leadership role in Finance responsible for driving disciplined expense management across the organization. This leader will partner closely with business unit leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to oversee expense forecasting and planning, annual benchmarking, and expense reporting & analysis. The Manager will blend relationship-building capabilities, analytical and AI skills, and strong team leadership to deliver proactive expense governance, accountability, and continuous process improvement.

What to Expect

• Manage the forecasting and planning activities for the organization’s expenses, coordinating with all areas of the business to deliver expense forecasts and budgets in line with targets and industry benchmarks.
• Lead company-wide benchmarking activities to identify opportunities to sustain performance against industry peers.
• Develop ad hoc analysis and regular reporting to support expense management initiatives and monitor performance against targets.
• Design and execute sustainable processes to drive cross-organization accountability and disciplined expense management.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes including preparation and review of journal entries, trend analysis, reporting and audits.
• Develop, coach, mentor, and manage the performance of direct reports (3 Senior Financial Analysts).

What you Bring

• Completion of CPA (Canada) designation.
• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 5 years progressive experience in Finance with experience in a people leadership role.
• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion and Spreadsheet Server is an asset.
• Experience leveraging generative AI platforms, specificallyGoogle Gemini Enterprise.
• Strong financial analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of the organization, including senior executives.

Salary Range: $108,700-$158,700

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just "nice to have" - they're essential to our success.

What’s in it for you?

• Company share ownership program
• Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services

Go ahead and expect a lot - you deserve it.

It’s better here - but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by [e-mail].

As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).