Manager, Expense Management - Finance

Scotiabank•Toronto, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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 reporting and forecasting of a portfolio 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 plans, expense approvals, and policy compliance.

Requirements

University undergraduate degree in Business, Commerce, or related field.
3 to 5 years of related experience, with at least 2 years in a Planning and Analysis function.
Proficiency with Excel and advanced skills in other Microsoft Office applications
Data-driven problem solving and attention to detail.
Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines with multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Completion of, or working towards a CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred.
Experience with Hyperion and Smart View is a strong asset.
Experience with Oracle EGL, PeopleSoft, and OBI is an asset.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.