Senior Manager Operations Finance

BWXT Medical Ltd. is a trusted source for the development and manufacture of nuclear medicine for biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical companies and academia partners. Headquartered in Kanata, Ontario, BWXT Medical Ltd. employs over 300 highly-skilled people in Kanata and Vancouver, British Columbia. 

Position Overview:
As our Senior Manager Operations Finance, you will be responsible for the strategic oversight of financial operations across the business unit within the Commercial Operations Group. This role encompasses comprehensive planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of financial performance, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory compliance, and best-in-class financial governance. You will serve as a key advisor to business unit leadership and senior management, influencing strategic decisions to optimize profitability and operational efficiency across multiple locations. This position leads a team of four finance and accounting professionals, including the Manager, Accounting (overseeing two to three Financial Analysts) and the Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis, fostering excellence in financial management and decision support. Reporting directly to the Segment Chief Financial Officer, Commercial Operations, you will have a business-wide scope of responsibility and a significant impact on financial strategy and outcomes.

Location:

Hybrid role based in Kanata, Ontario, with the successful candidate expected to be on-site three days per week.

Your Day to Day as Senior Manager Operations Finance:    

• Partner with executive leadership to provide strategic financial guidance and influence key business decisions.
• Oversee all accounting, reporting, and financial operations across the business unit, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, managing staffing, performance, and departmental budgets.
• Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, systems, and internal controls to ensure operational excellence.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes, including predictive modeling and scenario analysis.
• Develop financial models and cash flow analyses to support capital investment, operational initiatives, and growth strategies.
• Analyze historical and current financial performance to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify cost optimization and efficiency initiatives, driving measurable business impact.
• Prepare timely financial reports, ad-hoc analyses, and insights for business unit leaders and senior management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, internal controls, and confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
• Evaluate and monitor capital asset programs and long-term investments to support strategic objectives.
• Continuously improve processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
• Minimum 15 years of professional and leadership experience, including leading FP&A functions.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills, with expertise in forecasting, reporting, and cash flow analysis.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, SOX, regulatory requirements, and company financial policies.
• Proven ability to interpret data, provide insights, and support strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated leadership in driving results, problem-solving, and process improvements.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptable and effective in dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environments.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• MBA or advanced business degree.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Proficiency with financial planning and reporting tools (Hyperion, OneStream).
• Experience leveraging business intelligence and analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau) to drive insights and decision-making.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
• Secure Your Future – Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
• Help Grow Our Team – Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000!)
• Invest in Your Education – Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
• Professional Development – Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
• Your Wellness Matters – Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
• A Welcoming Workplace – Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
• Fun & Connection – Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.Ready to grow with us?

Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!  

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process.

As part of our recruitment practices, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants. These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $138,000 and $187,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Medical Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT Medical Ltd. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.