The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, is a critical leadership role in Finance responsible for driving disciplined expense management across the organization. This leader will partner closely with business unit leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to oversee expense forecasting and planning, annual benchmarking, and expense reporting & analysis. The Manager will blend relationship-building capabilities, analytical and AI skills, and robust team leadership to deliver proactive expense governance, accountability, and continuous process improvement.

Manage the forecasting and planning activities for the organization’s expenses, coordinating with all areas of the business to deliver expense forecasts and budgets in line with targets and industry benchmarks. Lead company-wide benchmarking activities to identify opportunities to sustain performance against industry peers. Develop ad hoc analysis and regular reporting to support expense management initiatives and monitor performance against targets.

Support month-end and quarter-end close processes including preparation and review of journal entries, trend analysis, reporting and audits. Develop, coach, mentor, and manage the performance of direct reports (3 Senior Financial Analysts). University degree in Finance or Accounting. ~5 years progressive experience in Finance with experience in a people leadership role. ~ Experience with Oracle, Hyperion and Spreadsheet Server is an asset. ~ Strong financial analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills.



~ Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of the organization, including senior executives.

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just "nice to have" - they're essential to our success.

Incentive

Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance. Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents Definity was named by Great Place to Work as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion. Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility.

As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

📌 Head of Finance Applications & Platforms (Ontario)
🏢 Definity Financial
📍 Ontario