Manager, Financial Operations & Strategic Initiatives - 12 Month Term

Temporary Full Time 

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We are seeking a Manager, Financial Operations & Strategic Initiatives, to join our team on a 12-month contract. This role will support a high-priority Dealer Integration initiative and act as a key bridge between Finance and cross-functional teams.

As a dedicated project resource, you will provide financial oversight and expertise to ensure consistent, controlled, and scalable financial operations across multiple advisor platforms. You will play a critical role in identifying risks, shaping solutions, and supporting the successful delivery of integration milestones.

What You Will Do

• Provide financial expertise and advisory support on integration initiatives, including accounting, money movement, commissions, and system flows
• Support Dealer platform integration and process harmonization across business units
• Lead current-state process mapping and gap analysis within financial operations
• Contribute to the design and implementation of future-state standardized processes
• Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and operational impacts related to integration activities
• Support process engineering, testing, and implementation phases of the project
• Collaborate with Finance, Wealth, Dealer Operations, and Technology teams
• Represent Financial Operations in project forums, planning sessions, and decision discussions
• Drive process efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring

• Strong expertise in financial operations, accounting, and internal controls
• Ability to analyze complex scenarios and make sound, risk-informed recommendations
• Proven experience influencing and collaborating with cross-functional and senior stakeholders
• Experience in process improvement, transformation, or integration initiatives
• Ability to operate effectively in an ambiguous, project-based environment

Qualifications

• 6–9+ years of experience in financial operations, business analysis, or related roles
• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or integration initiatives
• Wealth management industry experience is preferred
• CPA designation is an asset

What Success Looks Like

• Successful delivery of integration milestones aligned to project timelines
• High-quality, scalable financial processes implemented
• Effective identification and mitigation of risks
• Strong stakeholder alignment and decision support
• Measurable improvements in operational efficiency and consistency

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The base salary for this position is between $90,400 - $140,400 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life 

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.  

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you! 

What we offer:  

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: 

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. 

• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being. 

• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.  

• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. 

• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!  
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.  

Learn more about Canada Life.  

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact  [email protected]. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.  

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 

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