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Analyst, Workday Adaptive Planning

Toronto, Ontario
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

At IMCO, our talent is among the best! IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career.

We offer a culture of collaboration and passion, creating unwavering value for the clients we serve. Our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario’s public sector funds and build a high-performing, value-based Asset Management firm in the heart of downtown Toronto.

If you are ready to drive best-in-class service, and join a collaborative, motivated, and fun team of professionals, we’re ready to offer you a great place to work with exciting opportunities for growth and development.

If you want to use your expertise to drive strategic business outcomes, then we want you at IMCO!

Please note that this is a 6 month contract opportunity. The role will officially be titled internally as Associate, Finance Planning Solutions but is being advertised under a different title to attract the appropriate candidate pool. As an Analyst, Workday Adaptive Planning, you will support the IT Enterprise Applications team in delivering and maintaining business solutions that enhance financial planning and analysis (FP&A) operations. You will work closely with the Finance team, senior analysts, and external vendors to support the Workday Adaptive Planning platform and other related systems. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to apply your financial systems expertise while quickly adapting to evolving business needs and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Administration & Support: Configure, maintain, and enhance the Workday Adaptive Planning platform and associated tools to meet business needs.
  • Requirements Gathering: Partner with Finance stakeholders to understand planning and reporting requirements, translating them into clear, actionable system specifications.
  • Testing & Deployment: Support testing activities including the development and execution of test cases to ensure high-quality implementations.
  • Documentation & Training: Develop and maintain user guides, training materials, and system documentation to support adoption and knowledge sharing.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Finance and IT teams to deliver timely support and effective solutions.
  • Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to streamline financial planning processes and improve user experience through system enhancements.
  • Cross-Module Integration: Collaborate on initiatives involving other Workday modules (e.g., Finance, HCM) to ensure data consistency and seamless integration.
  • Initiative Management: Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and enhancement requests, balancing strategic goals with operational needs.

Qualifications: Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Education: University degree (computer science, Information Technology or Finance, Accounting preferred) or any combination of training and experience deemed relevant for the role.

  • Experience: 0–2 years of relevant experience in ERP or financial planning systems, or a combination of education and experience.

  • Skills:

  • Knowledge of ERP principles, SDLC, and data security management.

  • Understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.

  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Strong analytical mind; demonstrated critical thinking and analytic skills with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • Creativity and innovation in designing solutions and process improvements.

  • Tools: Proficiency in MS productivity tools (e.g., Office, Excel, Outlook), Python, SQL

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

  • Previous experience with ERP/EPM system or any similar financial accounting/planning system is strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems, Multi-Dimensional Database, Python or other data processing / Automation tools.
  • Exposure to EPM solutions such as IBM TM1/PA, Oracle Hyperion, SAP SAC, Tagetik, Board, Pigment, OneStream, Anaplan.
  • Exposure to Workday reporting, integrations or other modules in Workday.
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 or Power Platform tool, or other financial analytics tools.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our hybrid work model prioritizes an office-first approach, encouraging employees to make the most of our collaborative workspace at 16 York Street. This welcoming environment fosters teamwork, connection, and professional growth. While flexibility remains a key component of our model, we believe that regular in-office engagement enhances productivity and strengthens our culture. Our approach supports a fulfilling lifestyle that balances professional ambition with personal wellbeing.

IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in its recruitment process. Please advise IMCO if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

About Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO)

Financial Services
201-500

The Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO) manages $77 billion of assets on behalf of its clients. IMCO’s mandate is to provide broader public sector institutions with investment management services, including portfolio construction advice, better access to a diverse range of asset classes and sophisticated risk management capabilities. IMCO is an independent organization, operating at arm’s length from government and guided by a highly experienced and professional Board of Directors.