Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Reporting to the Director of FP&A and leading a team of analysts, the Finance Manager is responsible for all aspects of the financial, planning and analysis for the consolidated group, and will work closely with the business unit finance teams and Corporate reporting team on continuous improvement and analysis initiatives to optimize the financial performance and business operations needs. The role will work to ensure consistency in reporting, policies and procedures and FP&A standards across Extendicare businesses.

The successful candidate will bring critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, a strong attention to detail and a desire to "dig in" to learn the business while being mindful of the strong culture and commitment of the Company to provide care and services to our residents and support our team members across Canada as we "help people live better".

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario, with flexibility for in-office work as part of our hybrid work model.

Accountabilities:

Leadership

• Collaborates, builds, and maintains relationships with managers across BUs
• Develops and monitors business performance metrics
• Leads part of the forecasting process and analysis including developing critical assumptions
• Leads part of the annual budgeting process including templates, planning, training, rollout, and analysis
• Provides direction and mentoring to the direct reports, identifying opportunities for development, ensuring ongoing challenge and accountability, and holding the reports to a high level of performance
• Maintains knowledge of accounting, creditor, regulatory requirements and raises risks when applicable
• Leverages financial, business, and ERP knowledge to drive process improvements and create efficiencies
• Supports internal and external auditors where required
• Manages the integration of new acquisitions and/or strategic transactions as require
• Manages or contributes to special projects as directed by leadership

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Oversees, reviews, and contributes commentary to financial analysis
• Continuous partnering with cross-functional business partners to critically evaluate assumptions, risk, and opportunities within the budgeting and forecasting process (internal and external)
• Oversees the development of advanced financial planning, modeling and analytics tools, databases and dashboards to support evidence-based decision making
• Leverages analytics to produce insights and drive business performance, and report results and actions to executive leadership and other stakeholders as needed

Financial, Management, and Regulatory Reporting

• Works with Finance Business Partners and oversees the development of various management reporting templates to ensure completion of information and drive standardization
• Oversees and coordinates all necessary activities required to develop, review, and provide commentary over the consolidated monthly reporting packages
• Coordinates activities of multiple external auditors and reviews internal and external financial reporting requirements
• Provides management with information vital to the decision-making process

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• University degree and a CPA
• Prior responsibility for large, decentralized multi-location financial operations in organization of similar scale and complexity
• Excellent working knowledge of the Microsoft Office 365 and experience with large ERP platforms and utilizing KPI and financial data tools to interpret results (e.g., Power BI, visualization tools) to drive action-oriented objectives to improve operational performance
• Ability to deliver results and proactively add value across the organization while thriving in a matrix structure
• Demonstrated track record of building high performing finance teams with an operational focus
• Experience in health sector, real estate and/or regulated industries beneficial
• Committed to getting the job done with outstanding work ethic, in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas and financial information/concepts in simple business terms to all levels of management

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

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Time Type:

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.