Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development at EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank | CA | Rezi

Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development at EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank

Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank · CA

2 days ago

Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank · CA

2 days ago
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About the Role

The Manager, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development plays a critical analytical role within the Enterprise Strategy & Growth team, supporting decision-making across key bank priorities through financial modeling and quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary financial modelling resource for the Enterprise Strategy & Growth team.
  • Build, maintain and own financial models supporting strategic initiatives, acquisitions, partnerships, investments, new products, and growth opportunities.
  • Develop business cases and scenario analyses to evaluate strategic decisions and investment opportunities.
  • Conduct sensitivity analysis and translate key assumptions into meaningful business insights.
  • Analyze business performance, customer economics, growth opportunities, and financial outcomes.
  • Support executive and Board-level decision making through robust quantitative analysis.
  • Develop analytical tools, templates, and financial frameworks that improve decision-making and consistency across the team.
  • Perform ad hoc analysis in support of CEO, CFO, and Executive Leadership Team priorities.
  • Support the identification and evaluation of mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, strategic investments, and new business opportunities.
  • Assist in financial diligence, valuation analysis, and transaction modelling activities.
  • Prepare valuation analyses using a variety of methodologies, including discounted cash flow, comparable companies, and precedent transactions.
  • Lead ongoing monitoring and performance assessment of EQB's strategic investments portfolio.
  • Analyze strategic alternatives and capital allocation decisions to support management recommendations.
  • Assist in preparing materials for investment, transaction, and governance discussions.
  • Support enterprise strategy and growth initiatives through financial analysis, market assessments, and business case development.
  • Contribute to strategic planning processes by developing supporting analyses and performance insights.
  • Assist in evaluating growth opportunities, competitive positioning, and strategic initiatives.
  • Translate analytical findings into concise presentations and recommendations for leadership teams.
  • Conduct research on banking, fintech, competitive, and market trends.
  • Gather and synthesize internal and external information to support strategic projects and investment decisions.
  • Monitor industry developments and emerging opportunities relevant to EQB's growth strategy.
  • Support fact-base development for strategic reviews, business cases, and executive presentations.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, transaction advisory, valuation, corporate development, private equity, consulting, strategic finance, or a related analytical field.
  • Advanced financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, and business case development.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently execute complex analytical work.
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

  • Financial Modelling
  • Quantitative Analysis
  • Valuation Methodologies
  • Business Case Development
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Financial Data Platforms (e.g., Capital IQ, FactSet, PitchBook, Bloomberg)
  • Research

Location

  • Toronto, ON

Work Type

  • Hybrid

Experience Level

  • 3-5 years

Education Level

  • Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
  • Progress toward completion of the CFA designation (Preferred)
  • CPA, CFA, CBV, or related professional designation (Asset)

Benefits

  • Competitive discretionary bonus
  • Market leading RRSP match program
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Maternity/Parental top-up
  • Generous vacation policy and personal days
  • Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program

About the Company

  • EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™.
  • EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
  • At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day.
  • Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
  • We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.

Equal Opportunity

  • EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported.
  • We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives.
  • We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
  • We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment.
  • If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
  • As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team.
  • All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check.
  • While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.