Director Finance (13 Month Term Contract)

Job title: Director Finance (13 Month Term Contract)

Job description: Job Description

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada’s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $242 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management, Mackenzie Investments and Investment Planning Counsel.

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers (2022) by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively – this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Mackenzie Financial Corporation is currently accepting applications for the 13-month contract position of Director, Finance. Reporting to the Assistant Vice-President, Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for using insights and foresight, rooted in deep analysis of internal and external drivers, to help develop & execute strategy, improve business decision-making, and drive profitable growth to the IGM group of companies (Investors Group, Mackenzie, and Investment Planning Counsel).

Main responsibilities are in the areas of financial analysis, forecasting, and annual plan development. The successful candidates’ specific responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development, improvement and maintenance of the financial planning tools, assumptions and databases supporting the corporate business plan and forecasting models.
• Lead, coordinate and support the development of company forecasts, and corporate and business unit plans
• Identify, and resolve sophisticated technical, operational, and organizational problems by applying analytical thought and judgement
• Lead the development of operational and income forecasts
• Manage the development, interpretation, and communication of consolidated management reporting and analysis on a timely basis
• Lead the development of presentations interpreting and communicating financial impact of key strategies/initiatives targeting executive audience
• Strategic business case development leveraging internal and industry analysis and research to support business decisions and strategic initiatives
• Develop financial models to support business decisions on various ad-hoc projects as required
• Liaise with key senior management to provide relevant financial business support and insights, including pro-forma financials and product profitability
• Project management and cross-functional coordination of activities
• Provide analytical/financial modeling leadership on various ad-hoc projects as required
• Work closely with Finance and operations personnel at all IGM companies

The following qualifications will assist the successful candidate in carrying out these responsibilities:

• Business degree, and/or CPA, MBA or CFA designation
• 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience within the financial services industry
• Advanced financial and business modelling skills, including expert proficiency in Excel, VBA, Power Query and PowerPoint
• Strong systems knowledge (ERP/SAP, consolidation and budgeting and data mining)
• Solid understanding of accounting, statistics and corporate finance and proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight deadlines on an ongoing basis
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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For internal applicants, please share with your current leader your intent to apply to the role. In the event that you are selected, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know if you are in any other internal recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply by November 22, 2022.

Company: Mackenzie Investments

Expected salary:

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:40:06 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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