Finance Transformation - Senior Manager - Toronto

The opportunity

As a Senior Manager you will play a critical leadership role in delivering high‑impact, complex transformation engagements for EY clients. You will provide strategic, innovative business advice and contribute significantly to EY’s thought leadership, drawing on deep expertise in finance transformation and consulting. You will be accountable for the successful delivery, quality, and profitability of large-scale engagements and multiple workstreams, while supporting the firm’s growth through strong client relationships and business development.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your role and key responsibilities

• Lead complex, large-scale Finance Transformation engagements, including end-to-end review of finance and accounting processes, operating models, and systems, and design of future-state solutions.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight across multiple engagements or workstreams, ensuring delivery excellence, value creation, and high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Own engagement financial performance, including budgeting, staffing strategy, margin management, and proactive risk management.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, supporting decision-making and driving transformation agendas.
• Lead and contribute to business development activities, including proposal development, client pitches, and expansion of existing accounts.
• Build strong relationships across the Consulting practice and other EY service lines to deliver integrated, cross-functional solutions.
• Lead, coach, and mentor Managers and team members, supporting their professional growth through structured feedback, performance management, and career development.
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to promotion and talent decisions.
• Play a key role in people initiatives, including recruitment, talent retention, workforce planning, and capability development within the Finance Transformation practice.
• Drive training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to ensure continuous enhancement of technical, leadership, and consulting skills.
• Uphold and promote EY policies, values, and quality standards across all engagements.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, influence, and develop high-performing teams.
• Extensive experience managing multiple, complex engagements and leading large project teams.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong drive for growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to operate independently while collaborating closely with senior leaders and Partners.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at executive levels
   

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record and typically 10+ years of experience in industry or within a recognized consulting firm.
• Professional designation and/or advanced qualifications such as MBA, CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA are strong assets.
• Proven experience delivering transformation projects across the full lifecycle, including assessment, design, and implementation.
• Experience with emerging technologies and finance automation (e.g., RPA, digital finance solutions) is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams across multiple concurrent projects.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Graduate level education or applicable professional designation

What we look for

We are looking for the next generation of outstanding leaders to improve current practices and bring new perspectives to the Business Transformation team. Our top performers in the past have demonstrated deep knowledge of business transformation practices, the federal government, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to adapt and collaborate in changing circumstances.  If you are someone who exhibits a strong commitment to support the delivery of projects to completion on time and within budget while guiding junior team members through feedback and coaching, then this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Toronto: $144,000 to $195,000

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world. 

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