AVP, Finance, Banking & Treasury Technology

Permanent Full Time 

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We are looking for an Assistant Vice-President, Technology – Finance, Banking & Treasury Technology

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg. 

Our Lifeco Corporate Technology group is looking to hire an Assistant Vice-President, Finance, Banking & Treasury Technology portfolio leader who will report to the Vice President - Lifeco Corporate Technology. This role acts as the single point of entry and engagement for all technology enablers/services supporting the business unit, with a high degree of collaboration with other business and technology units. 

The AVP, Technology, Finance, Banking & Treasury Technology - accountable to enable business strategy through the development and delivery of technology solutions. This AVP contributes to business strategies and sets the technology strategy and culture of their team. This role will be accountable for all aspects of technology planning, strategy and delivery, liaising with platform, Shared Services & Architecture teams and, the principle point of contact for business units.

What you will do:

• Lead the strategy, development, and support of finance, banking, and treasury systems built primarily on the SAP platform  
• Partner with Finance and Treasury to ensure technology alignment with regulatory, compliance, and business goals  
• Drive the execution of major finance transformation initiatives, including SAP S/4HANA migration & treasury modernization
• Stay ahead of SAP roadmap developments and introduce relevant innovations  
• Develop an integrated and collaborative view with business leadership teams on how technology platforms can best deliver automation and insights
• Accountable for collaborating and challenging Senior Leaders and Business Units (BU) to see the needs/functions of technology platforms while maintaining relationships that allows the Business unit’s to meet their priorities for the year.
• Be a visible change agent, a champion of diversity, equity & inclusion, and a trusted advisor.
• Lead a strategic long-term vision and technology business aligned roadmap that are responsive to changing business priorities and conditions
• Responsible for financials related to the delivery of solutions/services.
• ensuring the efficient and effective use of financial and people resources and the ongoing continuity of expertise to support technology delivery and services for the business unit.
• Drive effective collaboration between cross functional and geographically diverse teams
• Attract, recruit, retain and motivate a team of highly skilled professionals, ensure talent embraces current and emerging technologies.
• Ensure succession and retention plans are developed and executed on. 
• Ensure high system availability, performance, and issue resolution  
• Drive automation, self-service capabilities, and analytics enablement across finance and treasury functions  

What you will bring:

• 10+ years’ experience specifically in Finance, Banking and Treasury Technologies and Platforms with key expertise in SAP modules including; S4 Hana, ECC, FPSL, Finance Accounting (FI), FSCD, SAP Cash Management, SAP AC,
• Have demonstrated leading large scale transformation initiatives
• You will have demonstrated a high level of innovation, the ability to utilize and implement best practices, as well as creating new ways of working, rolling out and implementation across a group.
• Experience working in a large, complex enterprise organization with geographically dispersed teams.
• Specialized Knowledge/Experience with cloud, modern architectures, analytics, Dev Ops, and sound financial knowledge and knows how to apply to a Technology area. 
• Computer Science, Management or Engineering degree; or equivalent work experience. 

Capabilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work through change management as well as the rolling out new ways of working.
• Finding the right balance between building relationships and driving necessary change.
• Budgeting and financial management consistent with Technology Business Management (TBM).
• Implementation of new tools, methodologies, techniques and principles, that will increase effectiveness, staff productivity and customer experience.
• Due to high regulations in our industry the individual must be able to navigate these appropriate and collaborate and work with the appropriate experts in these areas.
• Responsible for attracting, retaining and developing employees in a diverse and inclusive environment. Will need to be able to understand the requirements and translate that into the appropriate resources required.

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The base salary for this position is between  $111,000- $205,500 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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