Finance Transformation Specialist

SAIT’s Finance department loves an equation — so we’re looking to add to our team. Tasked with ensuring the institution’s financial health, we bring diligence, accuracy and a customer-focused approach to the work we do. Join us as we work together to ensure SAIT is well positioned to meet current and future needs. 

The Opportunity

Job classification : P5963 - Project Coordinator (c)

Salary range: $90,000 - $105,000

Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity. 

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 4 Weeks Vacation / 14 Flex Days per year

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM, February 17, 2026

SAIT is looking for a Finance Transformation Specialist to join our Finance Department!

The Specialist advances financial operations by leading strategic projects, driving continuous improvement, and championing change across teams. The position partners closely with Finance, Technology, and business stakeholders to modernize processes, optimize systems, and enhance data-driven decision-making.

The Specialist leads cross-functional initiatives, applying strong project management discipline, process design expertise, and thoughtful change management to ensure successful adoption and sustained improvements. This role also serves as a change agent for AI literacy and adoption within the Finance Department.

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about innovation in finance, enjoys solving complex business challenges, and excels at bringing people, processes, and technology together to deliver meaningful transformation.

How you'll contribute

• Project Delivery and Leadership:
• Lead finance transformation projects, including scoping, planning, execution, and post-implementation evaluation
• Drive alignment across stakeholders to ensure project objectives, timelines, and outcomes are achieved
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including business requirements, project charters, project plans, process maps, and status reports
• Business Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for improvement and promote a culture of continuous improvement through recommended best practices and ongoing enhancements
• Standardize finance business improvement processes, templates, and approaches across the organization
• Identify finance industry process best practices and support their implementation at SAIT
• Understand and document business requirements, including process maps, standard operating procedures, training materials, and communication documents
• Collaboration and Change Management:
• Work across Finance and departments that interact with Finance processes to build strong relationships and understand opportunities and challenges
• Act as a change agent by promoting effective change management practices across the Finance department
• Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies
• Digital Innovation:
• Evaluate and implement AI-based and automation tools to streamline financial processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance data insights
• Champion the adoption of emerging technologies and support the development of digital finance capabilities
• Additional Responsibilities:
• Support business process and system changes within the Finance department in alignment with the organization’s strategic direction
• Ensure new processes and systems meet internal control requirements, compliance standards, policy and procedure expectations, and data governance standards
• Solve complex business challenges based on guidance from the Manager, Finance Business Solutions, or Finance Leadership

What you bring

• Post-secondary degree in Business or a related field.
• PMP and CPA designations are preferred.
• Education or certification in business process improvement, such as Lean Six Sigma or similar is preferred.
• 5+ years of related accounting experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in business process improvement.
• Change management or leadership experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with AI, automation, or digital finance tools is an asset.

Skills :

• Project Managemen t - Ability to lead cross functional projects through implementation, ensuring timelines, scope, and outcomes are achieved.
• Process Improvement & Optimization - Expertise in analyzing and redesigning financial processes. 
• Change Management - Skill in guiding teams through transitions, building adoption strategies, and communicating effectively during transformation.
• Financial Acumen - Understanding of finance operations (e.g., budgeting, forecasting, AP/AR, GL, procurement, contracts, reporting) to inform meaningful improvements.
• AI & Automation Proficiency - Ability to evaluate, implement, and support AI-driven solutions such as RPA, workflow automation, predictive analytics, or machine learning.
• Systems & Technology Literacy - Understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics) and how technology enables transformation.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication - Highly effective at building relationships, explaining complex concepts clearly, and influencing across levels.
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking - Ability to break down issues, assess root causes, and design practical, scalable solutions.
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning - Skilled in thriving in ambiguity, embracing evolving technologies, and adjusting to shifting business priorities.
• Self-Motivation - Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive change with minimal oversight.
• Customer Service - Skilled in delivering superior customer service and training end-user groups with varying levels of skills and knowledge.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team! We know being ghosted is the worst, so be assured – you’ll hear from us either way. We take time to review each submission carefully and promise not to vanish.

Together, we build bold futures  

At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including: 

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing 

- SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported 

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate 

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence 

- Excellent dining options on campus 

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes 

About SAIT 

At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here. 

We’re committed to community and belonging  

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.  

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.