Team Overview

The Unified Financial System (UFS) Project Manager will report to the Director, Chapter Lead (Enterprise Agility & Strategic Enablement) and will manage the implementation of EDC’s Treasury Management solution in partnership with the Business Initiative Lead and the Technology Delivery Director. The Treasury team at EDC is involved in financing the corporation and managing its cash reserves according to defined and documented policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role, the individual will need a blend of technical knowledge on financial systems, strong project management skills, preferably previous experience PMing a Treasury Management System Implementation, and effective interpersonal abilities.  The role will require collaboration with both the business and IT groups to ensure that the solution and its implementation align with corporate strategy, the resources are efficiently allocated, any risks are mitigated, defined outcomes are achieved, and benefits are realized. This role is ideal for a seasoned project manager with extensive experience in financial system implementation, looking to lead strategic projects and drive organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead a medium to large project team, with the Initiative Lead and Technology Lead define the project vision, communicate outcomes, foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Guide the team to achieve quarterly and annual outcomes. Coordinate team actions and manage team member transitions.
• Stakeholder Management: Work closely with key stakeholders, including Finance teams, IT groups and external vendor/system integrators. Ensure overall project health, including risk management, invoice validation, timesheet processing, and steering committee preparation.
• Resource Management: Manage project resources, proactively handle project costs within Planview, provide forecasts, and present variances with narratives at review points.
• Planning and Execution: Ability to develop detailed project plans, manage timelines and ensure project milestones are met. Ensuring activities are identified, organized, and resourced to meet project objectives. Turning the project plan into Epics and Features within ADO.
• Risk Management: Identify, manage, assess, escalate and assist with mitigation of risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints. Develop and implement solutions as needed.
• Communication: Consolidate and align information for key stakeholders, ensuring accurate and relevant updates.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Plan for quarterly targets and update plans to align with actual work states.
• Connect regularly with initiative leads for updates and consolidate work progress.
• Manage project review processes and provide stakeholders with key recommendations.
• Implement innovation processes to ensure continuous improvements.
• Provide documentation and training for successful transition to business as usual.

Screening Criteria

• Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in project management, with a focus on financial system implementation.
• Strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., ADO, AgilePlace, Planview Roadmaps, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, MS Teams).
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, including cash management, liquidity management, investment strategies and financial risk management.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of Agile Framework and project management principles and practices.

Assets 

• Bilingual in both official languages (English and French)
• Experience with Planview, Lean Kit, and Azure ADO.
• Proficiency in using and implementing Treasury Management System (TMS) solutions

Compensation Details:

• Project Manager 18 Salaries typically range from $92,355 to $123,140 annually, based on qualifications and experiences

Location

• Export Development Canada is a hybrid work environment.
• This role may be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa, or from the Community Hub in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Laval or Brossard.

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity 

EDC is committed to employment equity and achieving a diverse workforce. EDC actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you need any special accommodation.