About the role

Financial Specialist in IT Finance supporting financial processes, budgeting, and forecasting across IT portfolios. Collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with financial goals and transparency in reporting.

Responsibilities

Act as a primary business partner for IT portfolios to help them understand financial results and influence decisions to align with the achievement of financial goals, provide cost variance explanations and trend analysis
Work closely with other financial specialists, project coordinators, portfolio managers, to achieve financial transformation and assess potential for continuous improvement and provide financial tracking of internal productivity initiatives
Coordinate activities between the various groups involved in the ongoing budgeting and forecasting process to optimize the use of resources
Develop reports and tools to provide a better overview of the IT team's finances but also important details to provide full transparency on understanding financial data with exemplary precision accompanied by detailed and value-added explanations
Ensure proper documentation for all team tasks
Act as a business partner for portfolios: monthly and annual variance analysis, forecasting and budgeting process or any other ad hoc financial analysis required for internal and external charges
Build and maintain strong relationships with operations and other finance teams
Create reports regarding strategies for senior management review with a focus on IT portfolios

CPA designation – is required
Minimum 5 years experience Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) roles – is required
Advanced level Excel experience – is required
Excellent excel modeling skills, ERP systems, experience in reporting tools such as PowerBI, project management tools, and the ability to present financial data to non-financial colleagues
Strategic thinking and analytical skills and very well organized
Interest in learning computer systems and understanding business structure and processes
Ability to learn and multitask on several projects at the same time, be autonomous, proactive, creative and demonstrate team spirit and positive attitude
Interpersonal communication skills: the ideal candidate must be able to build strong relationships; will act as an advisor to the IT management team on financial matters
For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
Flexible work arrangements
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.