Financial Systems Manager in Ottawa, ON

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 in Ottawa, ON

117083 - 152006

Low

117083

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

130901

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

152006

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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