Senior Analyst, Financial Systems

CI Financial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern HQ location

Training reimbursement

Paid professional designations

Employee savings plan

Corporate discount program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental leave top-up program

Paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Systems. This role involves managing Workday Finance requests, developing reports, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates possess a strong understanding of accounting principles and finance ERP experience. The company offers a modern HQ location and various employee benefits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve daily Workday Finance requests.
• Oversee the development of custom reports and dashboards.
• Support administration and improvement of Workday Financials.
• Manage system upgrades and testing cycles.
• Lead automation initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on developments.

Skills

Strong understanding of accounting principles

Finance ERP administration

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with internal controls

Job description

Apply for the Senior Analyst, Financial Systems role at CI Financial.

Description

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

What you will do

• Manage and resolve daily Workday Finance requests, ensuring timely and accurate support.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of custom reports, dashboards, and analytics within Workday Financials.
• Support the administration, configuration, and continuous improvement of Workday Financials modules including Accounting, Accounts Payable, Expense, Treasury, and Assets.
• Stay current with Workday Finance system developments and proactively implement relevant updates.
• Manage and oversee system upgrades, biannual releases, and testing cycles.
• Lead automation and integration initiatives to enhance system capabilities and improve operational efficiency.
• Support Workday Finance projects to ensure optimal configuration and adherence to best practices.

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain and enforce internal control systems and segregation of duties related to business processes and security roles.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Serve as the primary liaison with Workday SMEs, external service providers, and software vendors.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure efficient use of corporate resources and alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (HR, Payroll, IT) to support integrated developments within Workday.

What you will bring

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial operations.
• Experience in Finance ERP administration and project leadership, preferably with Workday.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with internal controls and compliance frameworks.

We offer

• Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station.
• Training reimbursement.
• Paid professional designations.
• Employee savings plan (ESP).
• Corporate discount program.
• Enhanced group benefits.
• Parental leave top‑up program.
• Paid time off for volunteering.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Finance and Sales

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further. Please submit your resume in confidence by clicking “Apply”. Only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CI Financial Corp. and all of our affiliates (“CI”) are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 416‑364‑1145 ext. 4747.