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Financial Systems Manager

Financial Systems Manager Job Description

A Financial Systems Manager leads the strategic oversight, optimization, and integrity of an organization's financial systems. This role manages ERP systems, financial planning tools, and other critical applications, ensuring they meet business needs, enhance efficiency, and maintain data accuracy. They act as a vital bridge between finance and IT departments, driving system implementations, upgrades, and user support. Candidates need strong technical aptitude, project management expertise, and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Information Systems, or a related field is essential, with relevant certifications (e.g., ERP-specific, CPA) preferred. Understanding Canadian financial reporting requirements and data security is paramount.

Typical financial systems manager duties:

Lead the administration, maintenance, and optimization of core financial systems (e.g., ERP, GL, FP&A).Drive system implementation projects, upgrades, and enhancements.Ensure data integrity, security, and accuracy across all financial systems.Collaborate with finance and IT stakeholders to define system requirements and deliver solutions.Develop and manage the financial systems roadmap aligned with business strategy.Provide advanced user support, training, and troubleshooting for financial applications.Ensure financial systems comply with internal controls and Canadian regulatory standards.

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Salary for Financial Systems Manager
115250 - 150750
Low
115250
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
128000
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
150750
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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