[ref. b0170317] Assistant Vice President, Decision Support & Forecasting - Toronto
Job Description:
Grade: L10Referral Level: Level 2
Division: IGM-Finance
IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals.Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.
At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.
We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.
Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities.We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.
Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Responsible for leading the Planning & Analysis team at IG Wealth Management, using analytical tools and judgement to provide decision-making support to all divisions within IG Wealth in the areas of financial analysis, forecasting, and annual plan development.
Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of business targets through high quality business analysis and interpretation with recommendations and actions
- Be a corporate financial advisor to the IG Wealth business leaders
- Articulate priorities and plans to internal stakeholders
- Understand market trends, business models and business strategy to develop multi-year strategic plans
- Leverage predictive analytics for deeper solutions to drive business decisions
- Lead the development and execution of Finance strategy within the business group
- Interpret and communicate accurate consolidated management reporting and analysis on a timely basis for decision-making
- Lead the development of company forecasts and business plans
- Liaise with key senior management to provide relevant financial business support and insights
- Provide strong leadership and cultivate a high performing environment and empowering the team by fostering an inclusive work environment and flexible workforce
- Coach and support the development of reports and colleagues sharing technical expertise and insight and disseminating best practice throughout the team
- Oversee the development of presentations communicating financial impact of key strategies/initiatives targeting executive audience
- Oversee the development of financial models to support business decisions on various ad-hoc projects as required
- Work closely with Finance and operations personnel at all IGM companies
- Support and improve internal controls over systems and financial process
Qualifications:
- Business degree and/or Professional Designation (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA, CFA)
- 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience within the financial services and technology industry is an asset
- Strong MS PowerPoint skills – ability to communicate the story and provide executive reporting / communication (summarize large complex amounts of data into concise value add insights)
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at all levels of the organization, both verbal and written
- Experienced at process improvement and performance management
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively handle pressures of deadlines, changing priorities and work volumes
- Ability to work autonomously, take initiative and assume responsibility
Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
Please apply by June 10, 2025.
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