Senior Manager - Asset Management & Wealth (18-mo Contract)

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank in Toronto, Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, Finance to drive financial performance across asset management and wealth platforms. You will partner with senior leaders to shape strategy and deliver actionable insights globally.

This 18-month contract role offers exposure to international markets, major business units, and a high-impact finance team focused on forecasting, reporting, and performance improvement across global regions.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred with strong accounting/finance foundation.
• Experience in asset management or financial services.
• Advanced financial modeling and forecasting abilities.
• Proficient in Excel; Power BI is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly forecasting and annual planning across asset management and wealth businesses.
• Develop forward-looking models for AUM, revenue, and expenses.
• Partner with senior leaders to align financial plans with strategic priorities.
• Deliver executive-ready insights and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee financial reporting, variance analysis, and dashboards.
• Support international and regional performance reviews and governance.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Power BI

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Requisition ID: 272943
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Please Note: This is an 18-month Contract role

Purpose

We are seeking a strategic and commercially minded Senior Manager, Finance to support both Scotia Global Asset Management (SGAM) and International Wealth Management (IWM).

In this role, you will partner with senior business leaders to drive financial performance, deliver actionable insights, and support strategic decision-making across asset management and wealth platforms. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, enhancing reporting and analytics, and supporting growth initiatives across a global footprint.

This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership, international markets, and a broad range of investment and wealth management businesses.

Is This Role Right for You? In this role, you will:

• Lead monthly forecasting and annual planning processes across asset management and wealth businesses
• Develop forward-looking models for key drivers including AUM, revenue, and expenses
• Partner with business leaders to align financial plans with strategic priorities
• Deliver clear, executive-ready insights to support decision-making

Performance Reporting & Insights

• Oversee financial reporting, including analysis of business performance and key trends
• Provide insights on AUM flows, revenue drivers, expense management, and profitability
• Deliver high-quality dashboards, reporting packages, and variance analysis
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations

International & Regional Support

• Support financial performance across international markets, including Latin America and the Caribbean
• Lead performance review discussions with regional partners and business leaders
• Monitor trends, risks, and opportunities across geographies
• Enhance reporting, transparency, and consistency across regions

Business Partnership & Strategy

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across asset management and wealth
• Support business initiatives, product strategies, and growth opportunities
• Leverage industry and competitive insights to inform strategic decisions
• Contribute to cross-business initiatives and integration efforts

Modeling & Analytics

• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and analysis
• Ensure data quality and integrity across financial and performance reporting

Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Foster a collaborative, results-driven culture focused on continuous improvement
• Streamline processes and enhance efficiency through automation and innovation

Governance & Risk

• Maintain strong financial controls and data integrity
• Support audit, regulatory, and risk management processes
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and governance standards

Do You Have the Skills?

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• Experience in asset management, wealth management, or financial services
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools is an asset
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear business insights
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams

What's In It for You?

• Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities - for you and our customers.
• You can expect to be recognized and rewarded for high-performance; you will be supported by leadership through meaningful development conversations that enable faster advancement and internal training to support your growth and development.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: \"for every future\", we help our customers, their families and our communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.