Manager, Controllership & Projects

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Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we’re building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day.

We believe in empowering people. That’s why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you’re inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what’s possible, you belong on #Team Bell.

Be part of the team that drives the achievement of our strategic objectives. You’ll work collaboratively with a team of professionals, managing the performance and risk profile of Bell, balancing the needs of customers, investors and team members with long‑term business success.

The Financial Close Controller team is seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager to be a part of the Controller organization’s transformative journey towards becoming trusted and valued business partner delivering Financial Results in an entirely new way through best in class people, processes and innovation.

• Lead special project for the end‑to‑end design, documentation and implementation of finance processes required to deliver transitory finance activities with external parties
• Lead and support the financial close process, ensuring accurate, complete, and timely financial results while maintaining a strong control environment and reporting requirements
• Analyze and present financial information to drive value‑add decision‑making
• Provide guidance on new transactions, projects, processes and accounting standards while maintaining strong governance and controls
• Review, analyze and summarize accounting for contracts, policies and complex transactions
• Drive transformation of financial close activities through process optimization, centralization, automation, and the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI‑enabled solutions.
• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, data quality, and reporting capabilities, partnering with cross‑functional teams to implement solutions.
• Lead and support strategic projects and organizational transformation initiatives.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Commerce, or a related field.
• CPA designation or equivalent finance experience is considered an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in similar accounting role.
• Practical experience in project management, process design, and transitory service delivery is an asset.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with SAP FI, SAP BI, or similar financial systems is considered an asset.
• Experience with automation, AI, machine learning, or data analytics tools is an asset.
• Proficiency in process mapping, workflow design, and interaction models

Leadership / People Skills

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate cross‑functional deliverables
• Support a culture of innovation - a personal interest in upskilling in latest digital and technology trends
• Passion to understand operational business and its linkages to financial processes
• Attention to details, speed and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating an ability to make complex issues and processes simple and understandable
• Highly organized, with the ability to independently plan and execute multiple priorities and demonstrate confidence and composure in times of uncertainty and stress.
• Ability to partner and build relationships to influence and engage with various cross‑functional groups and management levels towards a common vision
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of issues and tasks by leading resolution
• Proven ability to work in a team, provide constructive coaching, and foster a positive and rewarding work environment for direct reports, including virtual teams
• Ability to operate effectively in an evolving transaction…