Senior Director FP&A

OpenText; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information management company in Southwestern Ontario, Canada is seeking a strategic Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis. This role oversees FP&A activities across multiple business units and drives long-term financial planning and decision-making. Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Finance, 12+ years of FP&A experience, and strong leadership skills. Join a company committed to innovation and collaboration, where you'll influence strategic priorities and contribute positively to the organizational culture.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Career development opportunities

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Deep expertise in strategic financial planning and forecasting within a tech or high-growth environment.
• Proven success managing and developing senior finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis processes.
• Partner with leadership to align financial strategies with corporate goals.
• Lead development of multi-year financial plan incorporating business trends.

Skills

Strategic financial planning

Forecasting

Business partnership

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or CPA

Tools

Financial systems

Planning tools

Job description

Overview

Opentext - The Information Company

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered. At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We\'re hiring talent that AI can\'t replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

Your Impact

The Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will serve as a strategic finance leader, overseeing FP&A activities across multiple business units and driving the company’s long-term financial planning and decision-making processes. This individual will provide thought leadership, strategic guidance, and financial insights that influence company direction. The Senior Director will lead and mentor a team of finance professionals driving excellence in budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and business partnership.

What The Role Offers

• Oversee and guide the financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis processes across multiple business units.
• Partner closely with executive leadership and business unit heads to align financial strategies with corporate goals and growth initiatives.
• Lead the development of Business Unit multi-year financial plan, incorporating business trends, competitive dynamics, and investment strategies.
• Manage and develop a team of FP&A leaders and analysts, ensuring strong financial rigor, analytical capabilities, and leadership bench strength.
• Drive strategic financial initiatives, including performance optimization, profitability analysis, and capital allocation.
• Consolidate and present financial results and forecasts to finance leaders and other senior executives, highlighting key drivers and risks.
• Enhance forecasting methodologies, analytical frameworks, and financial systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing strategic priorities through data-driven insights and scenario planning.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to support growth strategies, product launches, and operational excellence.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Deep expertise in strategic financial planning, forecasting, and business partnership within a technology or high-growth environment.
• Proven success managing and developing senior finance professionals.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and storytelling skills; adept at synthesizing complex data into clear executive insights.
• Strong command of financial systems and planning tools and experience in an AI driven environment
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and executive presentation skills.

One Last Thing

OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.

Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

OpenText\'s efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText\'s vibrant workplace.