Strategic Finance Partner

Strategic Finance PartnerTake a central roleThe Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment. Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.  With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers:  Working Here - Bank of Canada Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process.   What you will doReporting to the Director, Strategic Finance Enablement within the Strategic & Financial Advice (SFA) business line of Financial Services (FIN), the Strategic Finance Partner plays a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, supporting strong investment governance and driving organizational performance.As a senior advisor and thought partner, the incumbent is the primary FIN contact for clients. They deliver forward-looking financial and strategic insights and recommendations that strengthen decision making and ensures alignment between business initiatives, priorities and the Bank’s strategic plan. This role combines financial acumen, strategic influence and investment governance expertise to steward resources toward the highest-value outcomes and enhance organizational agility.As the Strategic Finance Partner, you build and foster strong, long-lasting and trusting relationships with clients, designated governance bodies across the Bank, as well Corporate Administration partners. Key Responsibilities: Lead Financial Planning & Performance: Drive annual and multi-year financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for departments, investments, and projects to support departmental and corporate priorities.Deliver Strategic Analysis & Oversight: Provide forward-looking financial and operational analyses, oversee business cases and funding proposals, and ensure alignment with governance frameworks and value-for-money objectives.Monitor & Advise on Investments: Track investment performance, evaluate financial and non-financial results against strategic targets, and recommend actions to optimize execution and mitigate risks.Champion Modernization & Best Practices: Promote continuous improvement through digital finance, analytics, and AI, translate external trends into actionable recommendations, and enhance financial policies and governance frameworks. What you need to succeedStrategic Financial Expertise: Demonstrated success in financial management, planning, and advisory roles within large, complex organizations, preferably in the public sector and/or financial institutions.Governance & Resource Allocation: Deep knowledge of investment governance, capital planning, and resource allocation frameworks.Influence & Communication: Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate complex analyses clearly and strategically, with strong business acumen and organizational awareness.Collaboration & Technology Adaptability: Exceptional interpersonal skills for trusted advisory and partnership, plus adaptability and curiosity in emerging finance technologies such as digital finance, analytics, and AI experience with SAP and Workday Adaptive Planning  Your education and experienceThis position requires a university degree in a related field with a recognized Canadian (or reciprocal) accounting designation (CPA, CA/CPA, CMA/CPA, CGA) and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Innovative MindsetWe value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.  Language requirementThe Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French.  The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional).  If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level.  Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.  Total compensationThis position is a job grade 18. Please refer to Banque Centrale for the salary scale and information on performance pay.The à la carte benefits program offers regular and term employees flexible and comprehensive benefits package that meet your needs.Regular employees can join the Bank’s pension plan at any time, and short-term and term employees can join after being employed for 24 consecutive months. #LI-POST Additional informationSecurity level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability  Relocation: Refer to the Relocation Policy for more information. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The Bank is committed to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of our country and is representative and inclusive of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By living our values and prioritizing our actions to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion, the Bank ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more engaging workplace.  We make career growth and professional development a priority. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce. Let our team know if you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or other reason. We can provide support in multiple ways, from using this site and submitting your application, right through to the interview process. If you are the successful candidate, you can also discuss accommodation needs when you receive your offer. Contact accessiblecareers@bankofcanada.ca to discuss how. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.