Finance Transformation Specialist

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 90000 - 105000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SAITs Finance department loves an equation so were looking to add to our team. Tasked with ensuring the institutions financial health we bring diligence accuracy and a customer-focused approach to the work we do. Join us as we work together to ensure SAIT is well positioned to meet current and future needs.

The Opportunity

Job classification: P5963 - Project Coordinator (c)

Salary range: $90000 - $105000

Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills experience and internal equity.

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM February 17 2026

SAIT is looking for a Finance Transformation Specialist to join our Finance Department!

The Specialist advances financial operations by leading strategic projects driving continuous improvement and championing change across teams. The position partners closely with Finance Technology and business stakeholders to modernize processes optimize systems and enhance data-driven decision-making.

The Specialist leads cross-functional initiatives applying strong project management discipline process design expertise and thoughtful change management to ensure successful adoption and sustained improvements. This role also serves as a change agent for AI literacy and adoption within the Finance Department.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about innovation in finance enjoys solving complex business challenges and excels at bringing people processes and technology together to deliver meaningful transformation.

How youll contribute

Project Delivery and Leadership:
Lead finance transformation projects including scoping planning execution and post-implementation evaluation
Drive alignment across stakeholders to ensure project objectives timelines and outcomes are achieved
Develop and maintain project documentation including business requirements project charters project plans process maps and status reports

Business Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for improvement and promote a culture of continuous improvement through recommended best practices and ongoing enhancements
Standardize finance business improvement processes templates and approaches across the organization
Identify finance industry process best practices and support their implementation at SAIT
Understand and document business requirements including process maps standard operating procedures training materials and communication documents

Collaboration and Change Management:
Work across Finance and departments that interact with Finance processes to build strong relationships and understand opportunities and challenges
Act as a change agent by promoting effective change management practices across the Finance department
Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies

Digital Innovation:
Evaluate and implement AI-based and automation tools to streamline financial processes reduce manual effort and enhance data insights
Champion the adoption of emerging technologies and support the development of digital finance capabilities

Additional Responsibilities:
Support business process and system changes within the Finance department in alignment with the organizations strategic direction
Ensure new processes and systems meet internal control requirements compliance standards policy and procedure expectations and data governance standards
Solve complex business challenges based on guidance from the Manager Finance Business Solutions or Finance Leadership

What you bring

Post-secondary degree in Business or a related field.
PMP and CPA designations are preferred.
Education or certification in business process improvement such as Lean Six Sigma or similar is preferred.
5 years of related accounting experience.
3 years of project management experience.
Demonstrated experience in business process improvement.
Change management or leadership experience is considered an asset.
Experience with AI automation or digital finance tools is an asset.

Skills:

Project Management - Ability to lead cross functional projects through implementation ensuring timelines scope and outcomes are achieved.
Process Improvement & Optimization - Expertise in analyzing and redesigning financial processes.
Change Management - Skill in guiding teams through transitions building adoption strategies and communicating effectively during transformation.
Financial Acumen - Understanding of finance operations (e.g. budgeting forecasting AP/AR GL procurement contracts reporting) to inform meaningful improvements.
AI & Automation Proficiency - Ability to evaluate implement and support AI-driven solutions such as RPA workflow automation predictive analytics or machine learning.
Systems & Technology Literacy - Understanding of ERP systems (SAP Oracle Workday Microsoft Dynamics) and how technology enables transformation.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication - Highly effective at building relationships explaining complex concepts clearly and influencing across levels.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking - Ability to break down issues assess root causes and design practical scalable solutions.
Adaptability & Continuous Learning - Skilled in thriving in ambiguity embracing evolving technologies and adjusting to shifting business priorities.
Self-Motivation - Ability to work independently take initiative and drive change with minimal oversight.
Customer Service - Skilled in delivering superior customer service and training end-user groups with varying levels of skills and knowledge.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team! We know being ghosted is the worst so be assured youll hear from us either way. We take time to review each submission carefully and promise not to vanish.

Together we build bold futures

At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program tuition support access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

- Excellent dining options on campus

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

And the perks keep on coming!

About SAIT

At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.

Were committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

SAITs Finance department loves an equation so were looking to add to our team. Tasked with ensuring the institutions financial health we bring diligence accuracy and a customer-focused approach to the work we do. Join us as we work together to ensure SAIT is well positioned to meet current and futu...