Finance Manager, DevOps & Enterprise Architecture

Job Description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Finance Manager to join the DevOps and Enterprise Architecture team at RBC. This role will provide critical financial planning and analysis, budgeting and month‑end processes support, acting as a key day‑to‑day support to the finance Lead. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial management while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to drive efficiencies and cost optimisation.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting critical DevOps and Enterprise Architecture initiatives at one of Canada’s leading financial institutions. You’ll gain exposure to strategic financial planning while contributing to RBC’s innovation and growth.

What will you do?

• Manage the implementation of multiple concurrent initiatives of varying complexity in a time‑efficient manner. Monitor and control activities according to plan.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, including variance analysis, trend identification, and ad‑hoc analysis as required.
  • Develop senior director financial packages and team‑specific reports (e.g., P&L breakdowns for DevOps/Enterprise Architecture).
  • Analyze financial data to support decision‑making for technology projects.
  • Oversee month‑end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial records.
• Budget & Forecast management
  • Track and monitor actual expenditure against budgets, ensuring alignment with departmental and organisational goals.
  • Lead the development of accurate financial forecasts and long‑term financial plans along with annual budgeting and scenario‑planning processes.
  • Identify cost‑saving opportunities and optimise resource allocation (e.g., vendor spend, headcount).
• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Partner with DevOps, Enterprise Architecture and other finance teams to ensure financial compliance and transparency.
  • Provide financial insights to non‑finance stakeholders in a clear, actionable manner.
• Process Improvement
  • Streamline financial workflows using automation, AI tools and Excel modelling to enhance efficiency.
  • Support financial policy adherence and process improvements.

What do you need to succeed?

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field.
• CPA/CFA designation is an asset.
• 5+ years of finance experience in FP&A, budgeting, vendor management and headcount planning. Experience in technology or complex operational environments is valued.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel modelling and financial systems. Experience with automation or AI tools is an asset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Alignment with RBC’s values, including collaboration, integrity and a stakeholder‑focused mindset.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reach our potential, make a difference in our communities and achieve success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions and stock where applicable.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high‑performing team.
• A world‑class training program in financial services.
• Flexible work/life balance options.
• Opportunities to do challenging work.

Job Skills

• Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Automation.
• Budget forecasting.
• Budget management.
• Communication.
• Cross‑functional collaboration.
• Financial analysis reporting.
• Financial forecasting.
• Financial management.
• Financial modeling in Excel.
• Financial planning.
• Financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Professional presentation.
• Variance analysis.
• Vendor management.