Ensure expense management is integrated with our management and business objectives including multiple views/lenses on expenses and strong supporting control and governance framework
Monthly and quarterly reporting on key expense metrics, expense roll forwards, forecasts, controllable and non-controllable expenses
Keeping GWAM management well informed of issues and status through reviews with GWAM Expenses partners on a recurring basis
Use appropriate judgment in dealing with unexpected issues and requests, demonstrating an ability to prioritize work, and balance resource requirements to achieve solutions
Oversee the development of reporting which meets the needs of the business
Provide value-added analysis along with clear and concise commentary on results for our customers
Provide Finance support on Strategic Management programs where applicable and while maintaining alignment with roles and responsibilities as defined by the program
Ad hoc reports and analysis as needed
Budgeting and Forecasting
partner with GWAM Expense partners from across the business and FP&A to meet overall planning and financial management information needs on expenses
Develop strong processes to support preparation of robust expense forecasts to support management decision making
Play a key role in the achievement of process transformation and application of best practices in expense advisory
Cultivate an innovative environment by supporting creativity and high-performance teamwork
Requirements
Accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA) with 5+ years of relevant experience in progressive accounting roles
University degree in business, finance or equivalent
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate, negotiate and influence effectively
Self-starter with the ability to work independently, particularly in the area of using sound, independent judgment, problem-solving and analytical skills
Results oriented, able to manage expectations, work under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
Excellent customer focus and commitment to quality
Strong business acumen with ability to communicate complex concepts and results in a clear, concise, easy to understand manner (written and verbal)
Solid analytical and technical capability
ability to assimilate/summarize a large amount of information from multiple sources and present in a value-added form for senior management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new applications quickly
Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset (if in Québec, proficiency required for client support)
Benefits
Health, dental, mental health, vision, short
and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)
Financial education and counseling resources
Generous paid time off program including holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days