Finance Systems Transformation Lead

The Finance Systems Transformation Lead reporting to Continuous Improvement Manager will be responsible for managing and optimizing GL structures within AIMs finance systems. This role will ensure that financial system configurations align with business needs drive process improvements and support cross-functional teams in enhancing system efficiencies. The Finance Systems Lead will collaborate closely with Finance IT and other key stakeholders to provide finance expertise for new system implementations maintain data integrity and improve workflows for financial system integrations.

General Ledger (GL) Administration & Financial System Management

• Serve as the GL Administrator for all finance related systems within AIM - Configure maintain monitor and optimize GL structures in collaboration with the Finance Corporate and Consolidation (Conso) teams.
• Ensure accurate financial data classification account hierarchy structures and integration consistency across all systems.
• Provide technical and functional expertise on GL-related matters for finance teams.

Finance ERP System Enhancement

• Lead and participate in system enhancement projects such as D365 Finance & Operations (F&O) improvement projects to enhance system functionality and performance.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline finance processes within all ERP systems

Finance Support for Non-Finance Systems

• Provide finance expertise and support for non-financial systems that integrate with AIMs financial platforms.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to ensure seamless integration between financial and other operational systems
• Act as a bridge between finance business and IT teams ensuring financial controls are maintained in system integrations

Finance Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze existing finance processes and identify areas for optimization
• Implement best practices in financial workflows to reduce inefficiencies and improve data accuracy.
• Support finance transformation initiatives by integrating process improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma etc.).

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and flag system related risks to the CI manager & provide potential solutions to mitigate the risk.
• Manage and design additional system controls (ex. user accesses approval flows) to ensure strong system internal control.

Qualifications :

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in finance or accounting ERP management financial process improvement.
• Strong understanding of GL structures financial reporting and data integrity within finance systems.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance operations including month-end close financial reporting and general ledger processes.
• Hands-on experience with Finance ERP systems is highly preferred.
• Project Management experience is an asset
• Experience in leading transformative projects / project streams in/for large organizations
• Experience in preparing executive-ready deliverables in/for large organizations
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma Agile or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Skillset

• Strong problem-solving critical thinking and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent Data and Process Analysis Skills
• Solution and Impact Analysis
• Self-driven and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong ownership of work result-driven and high standards to work efficiently and deliver high-quality service level and deliverables.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and translate finance requirements into system solutions.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Exceptional business sense and ability to relate Finance to the business
• A structured mindset and strong organizational skills
• Fast learner and coachable
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office applications such as Word Excel PowerPoint Visio
• Bilingualism (French & English) is an asset

Additional Information :

What we offer!

• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8500 per eligible dependents
• Competitive salary other perks  
• Group insurance & RRSP program  
• Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ Holiday party etc.)   
• Free gym on site 
• A cafeteria on site
• Dynamic & rewarding work environment- work on high-impact meaningful projects while also having fun!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time