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Finance Program Manager

The Manager will assist in assessing large digital transformation programs, identifying key delivery risks, and providing recommendations for mitigation based on leading practices. Responsibilities also include analyzing program data for insights, developing assurance strategies, managing client engagements, supervising teams, and engaging in business development activities.

  • On-site
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Aug 17, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. As a risk management generalist at PwC, you will provide advisory and practical support to teams across a wide range of specialist risk and compliance areas. Our Transformation Risk & Advisory team is growing and comprises a truly international team, with a wealth of experience in transformation advisory services, program and project delivery and risk management. A key focus for the team currently is to embrace and use the latest digital technologies to enhance our service delivery and successful candidates will be provided with focused training to support the adoption of these technologies. Based on our success in the marketplace, we are looking to expand our team's footprint and support new programs of work. Meaningful work you’ll be part of As a Finance Program Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading or supporting in assessing / delivering large, complex Finance transformation programs/projects based on prior experience and knowledge of leading practices for successfully delivering transformation programs Work directly with Finance leaders and drive discussion and action items ensuring compliance with financial regulations Identifying key transformation program delivery risks and providing advice and recommendations for effective mitigation Analyzing program information/data including budgets to identify key insights on program performance and develop recommendations for improvement Leading/assisting in developing and executing program and project assurance strategies and plans Managing all phases of client engagements, including supervising PwC teams, ensuring quality of deliverables and managing engagement economics Assisting in delivering compelling presentations and driving impactful conversations with senior client leaders Engaging in business development activities, including developing responses to requests for proposals Managing a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning, develops and empowers others, contributes to building a strong and inclusive practice, and consistently upholds the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve Extensive experience in delivering and/or assessing large, digital transformation programs that includes: Leading project/program performance assessments, program gateway reviews, risk-based reviews and cost reconciliation exercises Designing the program management and/or program assurance strategies Strong understanding of transformation project/program implementation lifecycle and associated risks Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively negotiate, problem solve, and influence through verbal and written communications Bachelor or Masters Degree in finance or CPA is considered an Asset Certified Project Manager (PMI PMBOK, APM BOK, PRINCE2, MSP, MoR, Agile, or Benefit Realization) desirable Proficiency in use of Excel. Powerpoint, MS Project, Jira This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders. The salary range for this position is $84,700 - $134,700. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package. Why you’ll love PwC We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. We’re committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. 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What you’ll do

The Manager will assist in assessing large digital transformation programs, identifying key delivery risks, and providing recommendations for mitigation based on leading practices. Responsibilities also include analyzing program data for insights, developing assurance strategies, managing client engagements, supervising teams, and engaging in business development activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have extensive experience delivering or assessing large digital transformation programs, including leading performance assessments and designing program assurance strategies. A Bachelor or Master's Degree in Business or a related field is required, and relevant project management certifications are desirable, along with mandatory eligibility for a Government of Canada Security Clearance.

Listed skills

  • Data analysisPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Risk Management
  • Advisory
  • Digital Transformation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Internal Controls
  • Program Delivery
  • Project Delivery
  • Risk Assessment
  • Mitigation
  • Data Analysis
  • Program Assurance
  • Client Engagement
  • Business Development
  • Consensus Building
  • Coaching
  • Ethics

Job areas

  • Consulting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Data & Analytics
  • Security & Safety

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week