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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Senior Finance Manager for a new position that can be based within the Greater Toronto Area, Calgary, Montreal, or Burnaby areas to join our team. Opportunities for hybrid work are available.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Regional Finance Director, you will partner with Operations to drive financial performance and compliance. In this role, you will gain in-depth knowledge of the business line's operating environment and projects and manage a small team.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide financial insights to Business Line management, focusing on enhancing working capital, operating cash flow, and P&L performance.
- Partner with Operations to drive improvement in financial and operating processes and disciplines.
- Monitor, report, and analyze financial performance for operational and project-related activities, offering support to project teams.
- Identify and communicate risks and opportunities, proactively addressing potential issues.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements, AECOM policies, and ethical standards.
- Maintain effective controls related to AECOM’s SOX program.
- Collaborate with Operations to create the annual financial plan and monthly forecasts.
- Mentor and manage the performance and career development of direct reports.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to broader finance initiatives.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external clients.
- Gain a thorough understanding of key contractual agreements with clients and assist in developing models and strategies for large, complex project bids.
Minimum Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess no less than:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business, Commerce, or a related field, plus 8 (eight) years of relevant financial management experience.
- Professional accounting designation, such as CPA.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Financial management experience in a professional services or project-based environment.
- Proven experience building relationships with operational leaders and project teams, influencing business decisions and outcomes.
- Strong commercial acumen, along with excellent financial modelling and business analysis skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial data effectively.
- Ability to adapt to and drive change.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to collaborate and influence at all organizational levels.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and developing a team.
- Strategic mindset, ability to embrace change, foster innovation, and consistently seek opportunities for improvement.
- Bilingual in French and English would be a strong asset
- Company paid relocation is not available for this position
- Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.
