Functional consultant – information systems

Functional consultant – information systems

Functional consultant - information systems

Experience

5

Pay

CA$90,000.00-CA$100,000.00 per year

Overview

Speridian is a global business and technology solutions provider specializing in digital transformation. With a strong track record in solving business challenges, we take an industry‑focused, consultative approach to delivering innovative solutions. We collaborate with leading software vendors such as Oracle, Microsoft, and Salesforce to serve diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Financial Services, Manufacturing, and the Public Sector. Our culture is built on core values that empower our team with autonomy and integrity. The Speridian Credo is founded on Dedication, Trust, Commitment, Partnership, Excellence, and Innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Vision: Develop and execute long‑term IT and financial transformation strategies aligned with corporate objectives and innovation priorities.
• Provide strategic and tactical leadership in portfolio, program, and project management across enterprise‑wide initiatives.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and evidence‑based decision‑making through data governance and analytics.

Business Transformation & Change Management

• Lead large‑scale modernization initiatives, including legacy system transformation, ERP implementation, and cloud migration (Oracle ERP, PeopleSoft, Azure).
• Oversee business process re‑engineering initiatives to optimize operations, streamline workflows, and ensure regulatory and financial compliance.
• Drive adoption of digital tools, automation, and analytics to enhance scalability, transparency, and performance across finance and operations.

Financial & Portfolio Management

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring for IT and business transformation portfolios.
• Ensure alignment of technology investments with corporate strategy and deliver maximum value from financial and operational systems.
• Direct implementation of advanced financial systems supporting IFRS compliance, consolidated reporting, and multi‑currency operations.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Establish trusted partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, senior executives, and technology vendors to align transformation strategies with business objectives.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, influencing decision‑making through data‑driven insights and innovative solutions.
• Lead vendor and partner negotiations, ensuring value‑based, cost‑effective, and sustainable technology solutions.

Team Leadership & People Development

• Build, mentor, and lead high‑performing teams that embody diversity, collaboration, and accountability.
• Foster an inclusive work environment where innovation, trust, and professional growth are encouraged.
• Serve as a coach and mentor, developing future leaders within the organization.

Risk, Compliance & Governance

• Develop and manage robust risk management frameworks ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (AAOIFI, IFSB, IFRS).
• Implement security and data governance frameworks to safeguard information integrity and ensure system resilience.
• Oversee change management, audit readiness, and compliance reporting across finance and IT systems.

Qualification Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience in IT and Finance leadership roles with demonstrated success in business transformation.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT and Finance leadership roles with demonstrated success in business transformation.
• Proven expertise in ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft) implementation, cloud migration (Azure, AWS), and financial system modernization.
• Strong background in portfolio management, financial planning, governance, and digital strategy.
• Deep understanding of data governance, analytics enablement, and the use of business intelligence tools for decision support.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills, with a reputation for integrity, inclusivity, and delivering value‑driven results.
• Strategic & Visionary Leadership, Financial & IT Governance, Change Management & Transformation, Data‑Driven Decision‑Making, Stakeholder Engagement & Influence, Cloud & ERP Implementation Expertise, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership, Risk & Compliance Management.

Job Type

Permanent

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Work from home

Work Location

Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5G 1Z3. 1 Dundas Street West

Contact information

Sydney Bolton

Sydney.bolton@speridian.com

Cell: +1 (416) 613-1621 Ext. 3

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