Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Scotiabank • Toronto, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role partners closely with a CIO team in Scotiabank’s Technology division, providing high-quality financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and budgeting to support informed decision-making. The manager will translate complex financial data into clear insights, proactively identify risks and opportunities, and act as a trusted advisor to senior technology leaders. We are looking for a curious, agile leader with strong financial acumen who is eager to learn, grow, and build strong business partnerships.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of Financial Planning and Analysis work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience in developing/compiling management reports
• Excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborator who can act as both a leader and an individual contributor as required
• Confident and effective communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills
• The incumbent must be a creative, self-starting, results-oriented, great attention to detail, and highly motivated individual with good analytical skills to apply this knowledge to assist in the development of the streamlined accounting processes.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting designation (CPA) preferred
• Knowledge of and familiarity with various Bank’s accounting systems is an asset

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders across the CIO organization to deliver timely financial insights and decision support in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including variance analysis and executive-ready commentary
• Drive monthly forecasting and annual budgeting with CIO senior leaders, collaborating closely to deliver accurate inputs within tight central Finance timelines
• Analyze technology spend, cost drivers, risks, and opportunities to support investment, prioritization, and trade-off decisions
• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise, and actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
• Proactively challenge assumptions and enable data-driven decisions in a dynamic technology landscape
• Mentor and coach Senior Financial Analysts, supporting skill development, quality of outputs, and career growth
• Continuously improve financial models, reporting processes, and ways of working to meet evolving business needs

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed