Job Description
Out of Scope
Full Time, Permanent.
Work Hours – Monday to Friday.
Location: This role is eligible for hybrid and can be out of any of the locations where SGI operates. This means you’ll have the flexibility of working from home and in the office on an agreed rotation.
Apply by: July 8, 2024.
General Accountability
The successful candidate is responsible for the design, development, and implementation strategy for all aspects of the Finance Transformation program and to ensure the finance operating model, systems, processes, and reporting are aligned to meet SGI's strategic objectives. This role works in close collaboration with external resources, stakeholders in Finance, and stakeholders across the business to leverage insights, formulate plans and activities, and lead the related implementation and change management activities. Assumes the overarching responsibility for development and execution of the Finance IT roadmap, including developing the Finance transformation business case, and supporting the development of an RFP for consulting support. Upon completion of the business case, this position will be responsible to bring forward a prioritized listing of projects and possible timelines to SRB and ELT for approval.
Key Accountabilities
Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Finance Transformation Leadership and Delivery (40%)
Assesses the Finance function at the outset of the program to gain an understanding of capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses, in order to inform the Finance Transformation business case and roadmap.
Leads the development and execution of the Finance Transformation roadmap.
Leads development of program charters for each phase of the Finance Transformation roadmap.
Works closely with leaders within the Finance division and other stakeholders to draw out insights and learnings used to inform the Finance Transformation roadmap.
Oversees the Finance Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and governance process.
Develops strategies in collaboration with the Enterprise Project Management Office, Enterprise Data Management, Corporate Transformation Office, and other Digital and Information Services departments.
Establishes and provides ongoing leadership of a Finance Transformation program governance structure that ensures stakeholder engagement and efficient program and product execution.
Ensures adherence to a defined governance structure, ensures accountability, and enables the predictability of the outcomes of each transformation initiative.
Collaborates with Finance Leaders and with Human Resources to develop workforce transition strategies, training plans and new approaches to support individual adoption and ongoing progress/value of change.
Leads the development of program level key performance indicators and expected outcomes and monitor progress against those outcomes.
Leads the development of Finance operating key performance indicators that can be used to monitor performance on an ongoing basis.
Gathers insight into current process and challenges how things are currently being done, to ensure best practices are being adopted as part of the Finance Transformation program.
Leads the various phases of Finance Transformation projects including scoping and requirements definition, design, and build, and testing and implementation.
Provides research and insight into Finance software and identifies tools that support the Finance Target Operating Model and integrates new projects into the Finance Transformation roadmap as they arise.
Project Management Leadership (40%)
Leads Finance Transformation program and oversee individual projects from inception to completion, ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget.
Ensures successful delivery of Finance Transformation projects, achieving the desired outcomes and benefits.
Oversees project reporting activities (risks, issues, costs) and identifies and resolves issues as they arise.
Ensures effective stakeholder engagement and communications. Ensures timelines are adhered to for initiatives by keeping stakeholders aware of any red flags concerning the timing or integration process.
Collaborates with Finance Technology leaders on change management activities, ensuring user acceptance and adoption.
Manages relationships with external vendors and consultants, ensuring they deliver value for money and meet our business needs. This includes negotiating contracts, evaluating/managing performance, and resolving any issues that arise.
Participates in finalizing vendor master service agreements and statement of work.
Ensures connectivity between the Enterprise Change Management and Enterprise Data Management plans are embedded in the business and technology transformation activities ensuring sequencing of activities aligns to organization readiness upon implementation.
People Leadership (10%)
Builds a high performing workforce by actively leading human resource activities.
Ensures development of divisional succession plans.
Builds a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic and corporate strategies, ensuring integration with employee performance development and career development plans.
Drives performance through team members and is committed to leadership development across the company, supporting employees and workforce readiness through mentoring, training, and developmental opportunities.
Corporate Management (10%)
Ensures programs and policies are in alignment with corporate, strategic, and divisional strategies.
Manages risk in area of authority.
Prepares, reviews, manages and/or approves departmental/divisional budgets.
Prepares decision requests, decision and/or information items and/or SGI board items.
Ensures that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility, including development, implementation and managing of program components specific to departmental health and safety requirements.
Makes decisions for departmental operations that are efficient, effective and in alignment with strategic direction and priorities.
Ensures department and program policies, procedures and guidelines are in compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation and regulations; implements and evaluates changes to legislation and regulations in area of authority.
Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls to support reliable financial reporting and compliance in accordance with applicable laws and regulations within the span of control and communicates the importance of internal controls to staff.
Education and Experience
A four-year degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution in relevant field of study such as Business or Information Technology.
Ten years’ experience in accounting or finance management, with at least six years of leadership experience that includes leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) transformation, implementation, or redesign projects.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of insurance and accounting.
Knowledge of enterprise level project and program portfolio management processes including intake, prioritization, demand, and capacity management.
Knowledge of vendor management processes and best practices.
Knowledge of enterprise resource planning and financial technology.
Knowledge of financial analysis methods and tools.
Knowledge of change management practices
Knowledge of financial planning and control techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of financial recording, reporting, and operating reports.
Knowledge of business processes and internal controls and how they interact to support corporate operations. Skill in developing proposals and presenting recommendations.
Ability to define and manage project and operating budgets.
Posting Close Date:
July 8, 2024 As you prepare to submit your application, and cover letter if applicable, please highlight the achievements that demonstrate why you're a great candidate for this role.