Senior Finance Analyst, Platforms & Technology Finance

at  TD Bank

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the P&T Finance Senior Manager, the successful applicant will prepare, advise, facilitate and challenge the build of financials for technology cost quotations and third-party technology contracts, ensuring high quality deliverables and legendary customer experience for our business partners. This role would be best suited to a high performer and a process-oriented individual with strong relationship management and analytical skills. Finally, this position will also be responsible for working closely with other finance partners supporting P&T, Vendor Management, Project Managers, Project Finance and P&T LOBs (specifically ITS).

Key accountabilities include:

• Provide direct support and guidance to vendor management and technology partners for the creation and management of cost quotations and contract wrappers
• Build financials for cost quotations and contract wrappers, using a consistent framework with adherence to Bank policies
• Create Shareholder Value by identifying cost savings opportunities, challenging assumptions as appropriate, highlighting risks/opportunities/issues that help drive the right investment decisions
• Deliver strong governance and control with advisory/analytical capabilities in working with our business partners on financials
• Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines, asks and priorities
• Build strong partnerships and trust with Project Managers, Technology Finance, Vendor Management, and other stakeholder groups
• Champion continuous improvement of reporting and processes
• Promote a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, productivity, innovation, creativity, analysis and advice

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent analytical, problem-resolution, and organizational skills are required – able to provide clear and concise summaries of relevant data, observations and recommendations to management (turns complexity into simplicity)
• High degree of attention for detail with above average organizational skills
• Process-oriented with a focus on development, improvement/enhancement and transparency
• Ability to effectively work under tight timelines and prioritize multiple deliverables to ensure that deadlines are met
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Can-do attitude
• Adaptable to a variety of situation, individuals or groups. Understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives.
• Previous experience in effective stakeholder management; proven ability to work effectively with teams and individually
• Agility and speed to proactively identify and resolve issues and manage conflict through positive negotiation
• Strong MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SharePoint skills, with advanced competency level with MS Excel
• Expertise in accounting guidelines and rules with understanding the financial components
• Previous experience in planning, forecasting, expense management, consolidations activities and financial analysis is an asset
• Undergraduate Degree, preferably in related field
• 3-5 years relevant experience

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Please refer the Job description for details