Manager, Functions Performance Management

RBC • Toronto, ON

10d

About The Position

This is a strategic finance leadership role within RBC’s Global Functions Finance Performance Management team, combining advanced data analytics expertise with forecasting and financial planning capabilities to drive enterprise-wide decision-making. The role involves leading and coordinating enterprise-wide forecast and planning processes, managing stress testing initiatives, and supporting long-term strategic planning. It requires coordinating cross-functional activities across Global Functions and International Finance teams. A key aspect is developing and implementing predictive models and advanced analytical frameworks, leveraging AI and machine learning techniques to enhance forecasting accuracy, and providing comprehensive analysis of operating results, business drivers, and functional performance. The role also includes overseeing FOM and EPM systems administration and optimization, developing and maintaining advanced analytical models and automation tools, streamlining reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency, and maintaining data quality standards and governance compliance. The incumbent will direct the execution of FOM, T-5, Forecast, Plan, and 5-Year Outlook cycles, prepare executive-level management reports and strategic presentations, and analyze Functions charges and accrual guidance for Variable Compensation programs. Collaboration with Finance leadership, Financial Advisors, and Strategic Initiatives teams is essential, serving as a subject matter expert on forecasting and planning initiatives with a focus on functional performance optimization, service quality, and cost effectiveness.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in finance, reporting, business analysis, or forecasting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including modeling, macros, and Power Query
• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting
• Comprehensive knowledge of banking and financial services operations
• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive initiatives
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities within demanding timelines
• Strong focus on control standards and data integrity

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPM, Cognos, or TM1 systems
• Proficiency in AI/Machine Learning (Python, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, forecasting algorithms)
• Technical expertise in Python, R, or SQL
• Professional designations (CPA, CFA, or CA)
• Background in FP&A or enterprise stress testing

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate enterprise-wide forecast and planning processes
• Manage stress testing initiatives and support long-term strategic planning
• Coordinate cross-functional activities across Global Functions and International Finance teams
• Develop and implement predictive models and advanced analytical frameworks
• Leverage AI and machine learning techniques to enhance forecasting accuracy
• Provide comprehensive analysis of operating results, business drivers, and functional performance
• Ensure data validation and support variance analysis and risk assessment protocols
• Oversee FOM and EPM systems administration and optimization
• Develop and maintain advanced analytical models and automation tools
• Streamline reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain data quality standards and governance compliance
• Direct execution of FOM, T-5, Forecast, Plan, and 5-Year Outlook cycles
• Prepare executive-level management reports and strategic presentations
• Analyze Functions charges and accrual guidance for Variable Compensation programs
• Collaborate with Finance leadership, Financial Advisors, and Strategic Initiatives teams
• Serve as subject matter expert on forecasting and planning initiatives
• Focus on functional performance optimization, service quality, and cost effectiveness
• Lead end-to-end performance management processes and coordinate cross-functional execution
• Develop and maintain integrated dashboards and automated reporting systems
• Identify and implement AI/ML applications to enhance forecasting and financial analysis
• Conduct statistical analysis, trend identification, and scenario modeling
• Manage internal deliverables calendar and ensure adherence to timelines
• Support enterprise risk management and stress testing protocols
• Drive continuous process improvement and operational automation

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible work/life balance options
• Opportunities to do challenging work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees