Manager – Finance Technology & Data

Company Summary

Come work for a company that’s committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other’s talents. Where diversity is welcomed  and celebrated.

FCT provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.

Job Summary

We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team-oriented environment, you'll enjoy a career with us! We understand that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is critical for the success of our business, and we actively work towards it every day.

We are seeking a technically skilled and innovative Manager, Finance Technology & Data, to elevate the integrity and usability of finance systems and data assets, ensuring they consistently support accurate, timely and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement and innovation, resulting in streamlined workflows and boost operational efficiency. They will foster a culture of digital enablement, empowering teams to leverage technology confidently and effectively in their daily work. They will also help design and operationalize a structured data usage framework within Finance, using Power BI to drive consistent, insightful, and actionable reporting. Success in this role requires the ability to combine strategic oversight with hands-on execution.

The ideal candidate brings a strong IT and data engineering background, with a solid understanding of finance processes and a passion for enabling teams through technology, data, and innovation.

HERE’S HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE:

Technology & Innovation Enablement

• Championing the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics, to enhance finance operations, reporting, forecasting, and decision-making

• Proactively participate in the technical implementation of new tools and platforms, ensuring they meet finance requirements and are effectively integrated with existing systems.

• Partner with IT, Data, and business teams to evaluate and implement data and technology solutions and processes (e.g., predictive analytics, anomaly detection)

• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends assessing their applicability to the finance department’s needs

Finance Systems Ownership

• Lead the administration, configuration, and optimization of finance systems (e.g., Oracle ERP, planning tools, reporting platforms, treasury systems).

• Oversee system upgrades, integrations, and enhancements in partnership with IT, US parent, and external vendors

• Maintain deep functional and technical knowledge of all finance systems, including data flows and integrations

• Design, write, and maintain SQL scripts, excel macros, and automation routines to streamline finance processes

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process flows and training materials

• Provide training and support to finance users to ensure effective and consistent usage of systems and tools

• Monitor system performance and user feedback, proactively identifying opportunities for optimization and automation

Data Governance & Reporting

• Drive decisioning capabilities by supporting the design and development of dashboards, reports, and data models to enable self-service analytics and decision-making

• Collaborate with the corporate data team to manage and evolve the finance data architecture, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems

• Map and document data flows from source systems into finance applications, identifying key transformation points and dependencies

• Partner with cross-functional teams (IT, Data, US Parent) to improve data ingestion, transformation, and reporting processes, driving efficiency and reliability

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a small team of analysts/system specialists

• Build a community in finance that welcomes experimentation, innovation, and creative approaches to accomplish goals and deliver impactful outcomes

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

Education and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related technical field; a minor or experience in Finance is an added benefit

• 8+ years of experience in finance systems, data engineering, or enterprise technology roles

• 5+ years in a leadership role, with a track record of managing cross-functional teams or technology initiatives

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of data management practices

• Proficient in SQL (writing stored procedures, optimizing queries); advanced excel skills including VBA macro development

• Hands-on experience with system integration testing, output validation, and issue resolution

• Strong understanding of finance processes and systems; experience with Oracle ERP and EPM a benefit

• Experience with ETL tools, APIs, and data pipelines is an asset.

• Solid proficiency with reporting and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI).

• Exposure or demonstrated interest in applying AI/Machine Learning to finance use cases such as predictive planning or anomaly detection

• Demonstrated history of delivering technology and data solutions and processes

Other Competencies/Skills

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills

• Pro-active and out-come driven mindset, with a bias for action and attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to build relationships with key stakeholders across the organization

• Change leadership

• Stakeholder engagement, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART: 

Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results.

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials

• Group retirement savings plan with company match

• Paid holidays and generous paid time off

• Hybrid work arrangements

• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching

• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives

• Potential for performance-based incentives 

• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan

• And more!

*As per terms of the employment agreement

The Great Place to Work® Institute has named FCT one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Canada for Financial Services & Insurance, Best Workplaces in Canada for Women, Best Workplaces in Canada for Inclusion and Best Workplaces in Canada for Mental Wellness. We’re also one of Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America.

By joining us, you will not only be part of an award-winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of FCT’s hiring process.

To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply, please provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

FCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be on the basis of the qualifications of the individual regardless of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, handicap (including mental and physical disability), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, creed (religion), marital status, family status (being in a parent/child relationship), age, or any other basis prohibited by the applicable provincial or federal human rights legislation.