Manager, Xscale Finance Transformation & Service Enablement

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Job SummaryEquinix is seeking a results-oriented Manager to join the xScale Finance Transformation & Service Enablement team. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of process improvement and transformation initiatives across xScale Finance. You will translate ambiguous business problems into clear, prioritized, well-managed initiatives and apply a practical, hands‑on approach to using technology and process re‑engineering to reduce manual effort. This delivery-focused role offers meaningful exposure to senior Finance leaders.
ResponsibilitiesLead finance process transformation
Assess current‑state processes across Finance (Accounts Payable, Billing & Collections, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Controllership), identify pain points and root causes, and design practical future‑state processes
Lead discovery with Finance and business leaders, translating ambiguous requests into clear business requirements, success measures, and delivery plans
Apply structured improvement methods (process mapping, root‑cause analysis) to reduce cycle time, manual effort, errors, and control gaps
Ensure future‑state processes and solutions maintain appropriate financial controls, governance, and documentation
Drive automation and AI enablement
Identify, assess, and prioritize automation opportunities, and help to develop the business case
Partner with Finance and Data & Analytics teams to design, build, test, and deploy technology enabled solutions
Support the responsible rollout of AI tools and use cases within Finance, including defining use cases, running pilots, and measuring adoption and impact
Lead project delivery
Manage transformation initiatives from planning through implementation, adoption, and benefits tracking
Maintain project plans, risks, dependencies, status reporting, and executive updates
Build alignment across Finance, business, and technology stakeholders, facilitating decisions and resolving competing priorities
Enable demand intake and prioritization
Participate in key intake and prioritization activities, ensuring proper governance is applied across requested, prioritized, delivered, and measured initiatives
Contribute to project‑level reporting so leadership can see the status, value, and capacity behind the transformation pipeline
Lead change and engagement activities
Deliver change management, communications, training, and user readiness to ensure new processes and tools are adopted and sustained
QualificationsExperience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, information systems, or a related field
6-8 years of experience in finance transformation, process improvement, finance operations, consulting, or a related field
Experience in a real estate, data center, infrastructure, or joint venture environment is considered an asset
Skills & Capabilities
Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional process improvement or transformation projects from concept through delivery
Strong understanding of core Finance processes and controls
Experience with, or strong working knowledge of AI enablement in a business setting, such as generative AI tools, Copilot solutions, or other use‑case pilots
Proven project management skills, including planning, risk management, and status reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence without formal authority
Technical curiosity and the ability to bridge Finance and technology teams
Strong ownership, follow‑through, and attention to detail
Preferred
Professional designation (CPA, CA, CMA, ACCA) and/or PMP certification
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent process improvement training
Experience with ERP and finance systems (such as Oracle) and reporting tools
Experience with low‑code tools (such as Power Apps) or analytics tools (such as Power BI)
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 112,000 - 162,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full‑time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs.
Individual pay is based on additional factors including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix BenefitsAs an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix‑sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax‑Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.
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