City : Toronto, ON, CA, M5C2W1

Category : Manager

Industry : Finance

Employer : Scotiabank

Requisition ID: 182918

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Manager is a key contributor to the overall success of the International Banking Expense Management team.  They will directly support a Senior Manager with the oversight of expense reporting and analysis for a specific portfolio of IB countries or regions.  They will also be responsible for reporting and forecasting a portion of the IB Head Office expenses and conduct analyses and investigations to identify expense optimization opportunities.  The Manager will also be responsible to develop and optimize expense data and reporting tools used by the team.  They will also oversee various departmental processes which may include system testing, business continuity plan, expense approvals, and policy compliance.

Accountabilities:

• Financial Reporting - Performance Review & Measurement:
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize the data reporting framework utilized by the IB Expense Management team to analyze actual results and perform forecasting and planning.
  • Perform reasonability of P/L expense accounts to support the integrity of the quarterly results and the timely completion of the regional quarter end reporting package (Bluebook and variance reports to Executive).
  • Monitor results against appropriate performance measurement criteria and key metrics.

• Expense Management & Analytics:
  • Analyze and provide meaningful insights into a portfolio of expenses.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of cost categories with large variances.
  • Execute special projects and respond to priorities and Executive Management requests on a wide range of expense/allocation/other topics.

• Forecasting and Planning:
  • Support the integrity and timely completion of monthly and quarterly forecasting process.
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvements to the system to better meet corporate, regional, and business line requirements.
  • Support the annual profit plan exercise, overseeing the completion, inclusion, and analysis of a portfolio of Head Office expenses.

• Head Office Expense Management:
  • Oversee a portfolio of Head Office expenses, obtaining deep understanding into results, forecasts, and key business drivers.
  • Prepare the analysis and backup for journal entries during month-end, as required.
  • Review and approve of corporate card expenses and ensure compliance with Scotiabank Expense Policies.
  • Administer all requirements of the departmental Business Continuity Plan.

• Country Support:
  • Provide support to country Finance partners by coordinating expense and contract approval requests.
  • Act as a liaison between other Finance/Accounting groups and country partners.

Education and Experience:

• Candidate must be bilingual in the English and Spanish Language  
• University undergraduate degree in Business, Commerce, or related field.
• Completion of, or working towards a CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of related experience, with at least 2 years in a Planning and Analysis function.
• Data-driven problem solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines with multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Excel and advanced skills in other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Hyperion and Smart View is a strong asset.
• Experience with Oracle EGL and OBI is an asset.

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.