Scotiabank

Manager, FP&A Transformation (18-month Contract)

Scotiabank$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years experience in FP&A, including financial modeling and scenario building.
  • Strong ability to gather, understand, and implement business requirements.
  • Well developed planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with Anaplan or similar system deployment is an asset.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team framework.
  • Established relationship-building skills, both internally with teams and externally with vendors.
  • Strong presentation and written communication abilities.
  • Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts in redefining planning, forecasting, and performance management across the bank.
  • Collaborate with finance teams to design future processes and models for FP&A.
  • Deepen understanding of various business lines and their financial drivers.
  • Support the end-to-end FP&A process by shaping business processes through Anaplan.
  • Translate business and financial needs into structured Anaplan models and data designs.
  • Establish and document design standards and governance frameworks for consistency and scalability.
  • Partner with stakeholders to navigate trade-offs and advance solutions confidently.
  • Implement financial management information requirements that provide enterprise-wide insights.

Benefits

  • A career path with diverse professional development opportunities.
  • Commitment to making a positive impact in local communities and for customers.
  • A competitive rewards program with bonuses, flexible vacations, personal/sick days, and comprehensive benefits starting day one.
  • Focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship, fostering an inclusive culture for all employees.
  • Commitment to accessibility and workplace accommodations, ensuring an inclusive environment for every individual.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 267892

The role:

As part of the Global Finance Strategic alignment with the new all bank strategy, the Manager, Model Design and Governance is responsible for supporting solution design as part of the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) modernization program and enterprise-wide implementation of Anaplan. The Manager contributes to the overall success of Global Finance in Canada ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team's business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are following governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

  • Play a leading role in reimagining how planning, forecasting, and performance management are done across the bank.
  • Partner directly with Finance teams to design the processes, models, and capabilities that will define the future operating model for FP&A.
  • Develop a deep understanding of business lines, their unique financial drivers, and the decisions that shape performance.
  • Support end-to-end FP&A process solutioning, shaping how business processes come to life through Anaplan.
  • Translate business and finance needs into clear, structured Anaplan models, data designs, and calculation logic.
  • Establish design standards, governance frameworks, and documentation that bring consistency, transparency, and scalability across use cases
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate trade-offs, align on decisions, and move solutions forward with clarity and confidence
  • Develop expertise in solution design, stakeholder influence, and transformation leadership while tackling complex business challenges and driving meaningful change.
  • Implement and manage the Financial Management Information requirements for all business lines, ensuring the development of operational and technical solutions that offer value-added and insightful information with an enterprise-wide view.
  • Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
  • Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.


Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

  • 1+ years experience in FP&A. Financial modeling / scenario building
  • Ability to gather, understand, and action business requirements.
  • Well developed planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Anaplan or similar system deployment experience an asset.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to build relationships across the Bank and with external vendors.
  • Well developed presentation and written communication skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


What's in it for you?

  • A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
  • An organization committed to making a difference in our communities - for you and our customers.
  • A competitive rewards program includes annual bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and comprehensive benefits that start on your first day.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employees to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
  • Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences every individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.


Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

About Scotiabank

Scotiabankers are committed to helping individuals, companies, and communities to thrive in a changing world. From personal and business banking, brokerage, and insurance, to private wealth, and the most sophisticated commercial, corporate and institutional services, they serve the diverse needs of some 21 million customers in more than 55 countries. Founded in 1832 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their growth has always been fuelled by the success of their customers and their longevity secured by an unshakable commitment to carefully and expertly managing risk and capital. That focus on doing what's right for customers—short- andlong-term—has made us a global financial services leader. Headquartered in Canada, they are over 86, 000 Scotiabankers strong. Each of us are committed to being the best at understanding their customers' needs and all of us working together to deliver practical advice and relevant solutions that help their customers become financially better off.

Scotiabank Careers

Join Scotiabank, a premier financial institution, and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that’s leading the way in global banking. At Scotiabank, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation in the financial services industry.

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At Scotiabank, we’re not just filling positions; we’re cultivating leaders. Dive into a workplace where diversity training and leadership development shape the path to your future. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and continuous learning opportunities that foster innovation and strategic thinking.

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Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Scotiabank has a spectrum of opportunities to fit your career ambitions. Our team is composed of individuals who bring a wealth of skills and perspectives to our company, driving us forward with their creativity and strategic insights.

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Scotiabank’s culture is one of collaboration and respect, where each team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that challenges you to leverage your skills and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the banking sector. Our innovative projects not only support the growth of the company but also ensure our position as a leader in the industry.

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Choosing a career at Scotiabank means opting for a life of growth and opportunity. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, all designed to support your career and personal life. We believe in nurturing our team’s potential by providing them with the tools they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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