Information Technology Senior DirectorDirector, Solution Delivery, Finance Technology

THE BUSINESS

We are Everyday Luxury.

Its what we do and how we do it together.

Its working alongside world-class talent in pursuit of world-class results.

Its maximizing your potential in a high-performance culture.

Its knowing that wherever you are you belong.

Its elevating your world and the world of those who love and will love Aritzia.

Its You. And an endless runway of opportunity.

With a Global Support Campus in Vancouver and additional Support Office hubs in major cities across North America including Toronto New York Los Angeles and Seattle our workplace network is strategically designed to support our People and serve our Clients a frictionless experience. So you can do what you do best with us.

THE TEAM

The mission of the Finance Legal & Risk Technology department is to design build deliver and operate scalable technology data analytics and AI solutions that align with the strategic objectives of Finance Legal and Enterprise Risk Management at Aritzia.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Finance Technology team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for architecting designing implementing and continuously improving Finance technology solutions. As the Director Solution Delivery Finance Technology you will work cross-functionally on broad and deeply impactful initiatives partnering with teams such as Finance Legal Procurement Tax and Risk to deliver and evolve enterprise finance platforms including ERP (SAP ECC/S4HANA) financial close procure-to-pay tax and reporting solutions. You will play a pivotal role in collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand document and deliver on business needs to enable the design of best-in-class technology solutions across all areas of Finance Technology. With people at the heart of everything you do you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Director/Director Solution Delivery Finance Technology you will:

• Own the Finance technology strategy and roadmap partnering with business leaders to identify innovative solutions that meet business needs for today and tomorrow and leading the business case ROI and total cost of ownership across the portfolio.
• Lead vendor selection negotiation and governance including SOW MSA and DPA oversight in partnership with Legal while managing platform budgets and holding partners accountable to performance and service commitments.
• Direct the translation of business requirements into scalable user-centric solution designs that meet SOX internal control audit and data governance requirements.
• Oversee the full solution delivery lifecycle (SDLC) ensuring build configuration and integration align with technical requirements and integrate seamlessly with existing systems and infrastructure.
• Ensure structured testing strategies are in place to validate functionality protect data integrity and resolve defects prior to delivery.
• Lead the deployment operation and continuous improvement of Finance technology solutions including system monitoring license optimization and resolution of technical escalations.
• Identify evaluate and govern the responsible application of AI and intelligent automation (e.g. Microsoft Copilot agentic workflows and Power Automate) to improve Finance processes controls and productivity.
• Lead change management training and enablement to drive user adoption and build and maintain trusted relationships with Finance and cross-functional business stakeholders as a strategic partner translating technical decisions into executive-ready recommendations and keeping stakeholders engaged and aligned throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Represent the Finance function on company-wide projects and initiatives that originate outside of Finance actively participating to ensure the Finance departments requirements controls and interests are understood protected and reflected in the final solution.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Director/Director Solution Delivery Finance Technology has:

• Proven and best-in-class skills applicable certifications education and/or experience in
  • 10 years of progressive experience delivering and operating enterprise Finance technology solutions including significant experience leading teams and large-scale cross-functional programs
  • Experience gained within a retail or consumer-facing environment is an asset
  • Proven ability to lead coach and develop high-performing teams maximizing results across planning hiring onboarding evaluating developing engaging and retaining talent
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise Finance platforms such as ERP (SAP ECC/S4HANA) financial close procure-to-pay tax and reporting solutions
  • Proven experience delivering or overseeing at least one full-lifecycle SAP implementation or S/4HANA transformation in a retail or high-volume transactional environment
  • Experience with two or more finance technology solutions such as Blackline Ariba Concur OneStream or Vertex
  • Familiarity with retail-specific financial processes such as merchandise accounting inventory valuation revenue recognition lease accounting and multi-entity consolidation
  • Knowledge of the fashion or specialty retail industry including its competitive landscape business drivers and how finance technology supports a fast-paced retail environment
  • Demonstrated success owning technology roadmaps business cases ROI and total cost of ownership and managing platform budgets and vendor spend.
  • Strong understanding of SOX internal control audit and data governance requirements.
  • Extensive hands-on experience managing external vendors and delivery partners in an outsourced or co-sourced model including systems integrators implementation partners and managed service providers and directing their day-to-day work to meet quality timeline and budget commitments.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML and automation platforms (e.g. Microsoft Copilot Power Automate) and their responsible application to enterprise Finance
• A commitment to learn apply champion and enrich Aritzias Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross-functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount Maybe youve heard of our famous product discount Or our exclusive private shopping events You have now.
• Baby LeaveProgramWe provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe Everyday Luxury dining exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness Because your health happiness and safety matter we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals whether theyre physical mental social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity productivity and inspiration. Theyre also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities Additional amenities include a private parents room shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences bike rooms and more.
• The Extras We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning hotel and restaurant discounts self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive diverse and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race ethnicity citizenship creed place of origin religion sex gender identity gender expression sexual orientation family status marital status disability age and any other protected characteristic.

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