A leading Canadian organization in the professional services sector is seeking a Finance Programs Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact finance communications, executive engagement strategies, and internal initiatives that shape the department’s culture and effectiveness. It’s an ideal fit for professionals with experience in communications, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional project management within a corporate finance environment.
About the Role
Reporting to a senior finance leader, this position plays a pivotal role in driving department-wide communications, managing leadership engagement activities, and supporting governance-related processes. The role requires a proactive communicator and strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the end-to-end coordination of executive-level committee processes, managing timelines, stakeholder input, meeting logistics, and related documentation
- Develop and execute internal communication strategies for finance leadership, including content creation for executive messaging, large-scale team meetings, and departmental updates
- Lead the planning and delivery of internal events such as town halls, annual meetings, and employee engagement initiatives
- Collaborate with department leaders to design and implement onboarding, training, and team-building programs that enhance cohesion across finance functions
- Maintain and update internal communication platforms and knowledge-sharing resources to ensure clarity and consistency across the department
- Support special projects and continuous improvement efforts related to team operations, departmental processes, and organizational development
- Partner with HR and leadership to drive employee engagement initiatives and action plans based on team feedback and survey results
- Chair and facilitate wellness and social engagement committees focused on fostering a positive team environment
- A university degree in communications, business, or a related field
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in internal communications, executive support, or program coordination within a corporate setting
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects with cross-functional stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting messaging on behalf of senior leaders
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities with keen attention to detail
- Familiarity with digital collaboration tools, communication platforms, and content management systems
- Certifications in project or change management are an asset
- Experience working with executive leadership teams or in a large, matrixed organization is an advantage
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, people-centric organization where your work will directly impact team performance, communication effectiveness, and employee engagement. The team is supportive, collaborative, and values innovation and continuous improvement. If you're looking to grow your career in a role that blends strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration, this could be the right move for you.
