Manager-GRM Finance

Overview Contributes to the overall success of the Global Risk Management (GRM) Finance department ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed/delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted comply with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. The primary focus of this position is to support the Financial Planning & Analysis processes of the operating expense budget of several Risk Functions in GRM, including periodic reporting and ad-hoc analysis. The incumbent supports and collaborates with multiple stakeholders (up to VP level) across the GRM Risk Functions, Corporate Functions and Business Line Finance teams. Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Responsibilities Expense Management: In support of GRM financial goals, ensure GRM operating expenses are exercised within approved budget by identifying and investigating variances, review monthly accruals are properly recorded and advise stakeholders on Bank’s expense policies Management Reporting, Forecasting & Planning: Support the maintenance and production of expense and headcount forecasting and planning models and develop summary analyses used to prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management financial reports to GRM and Business Line stakeholders Relationship Management: Develop and maintain working relationships with designated points of contact of each GRM Risk Function and transit owners (generally VPs) providing support, information and direction on regular forecasting/planning processes and ad-hoc requirements Ad-hoc reporting: Build ad-hoc financial reports from OPEX/OBI/Tier4 and reports for business line allocations using GIST/OBI Customer focus: Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge Risk-aware operations: Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions Controls and compliance: Ensure adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct Team culture: Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment Qualifications University degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business CPA/CFA preferable; MBA is an asset Minimum 4+ years in financial analysis, forecasting & planning, expense management Strong skills in analyzing large data sets in Excel, applying filters and pivot tables and using visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) Working experience using financial reporting and planning tools (EGL, Hyperion, OBI, SmartView) Organized and detail-oriented, with curiosity to find process efficiencies Ability to clearly communicate financial insights to non-finance professionals Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders Benefits An inclusive & collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success Competitive rewards package: Performance bonus, Employee Share Ownership Program, and Pension Plan Matching, Health Benefits from day one Career development and progression opportunities Note: This description includes information about the role and requirements as provided. For applicants, Scotiabank is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr