Director, Finance – Capital Markets Group – ATB

Title of the Job: Director, Finance – Capital Markets Group

Location: Calgary, AB

Job Description: :At ATB, we exist to make it possible for our clients, team members and communities. Our purpose is more than aspirational. It’s a real commitment we live every day through our values (what we call the ).Life at ATB is about more than work. In fact, we’re consistently recognized as one of thanks to our high-care, high-performance culture, upheld by the three commitments we make to our team members:Impact in action: No matter where you are in the organization, you’re empowered to make an impact in the lives of our clients and communities.Thrive together: We want you—the unique, authentic you—to feel safe and celebrated at work. We’re on a continuous journey to build the most flexible and inclusive programs.Ready for tomorrow: We want to enable your success through interesting and challenging work, performance enablement, and learning and development.About the roleAs ATB’s next Director, Finance – Capital Markets Group, reporting to the CFO of ATB Business, you will be responsible for delivering financial reporting, risk management and strategic financial insights to support the broader finance team to ensure informed decision-making that aligns with ATB’s long term objectives.You will play a vital role in empowering ATB’s strategic decision-making. By transforming complex financial data from our capital markets business into clear, actionable insights, you will equip leaders with the knowledge they need to drive future growth.AccountabilitiesThis role requires a deep understanding of the factors that drive profitability in banking and capital markets, along with a commitment to staying ahead of industry trends. A key responsibility will be to cultivate relationships throughout ATB to facilitate information sharing and collaboration. This will lead to a deeper understanding of our clients and enable us to identify more opportunities to deliver exceptional value.Leadership & Talent Development:

• Cultivate a high-performing team: Lead and mentor a team of analytical experts, fostering a culture of accountability and driving them to deliver impactful insights that elevate strategic decision-making across ATB.
• Champion continuous learning: Guide and elevate the team’s strategic planning acumen by providing opportunities for professional development and creating an environment that encourages innovative thinking and challenges traditional approaches to profitability analysis.

Strategic Impact & Influence:

• Drive strategic dialogue: Proactively engage with senior leaders and peers, challenging them to think critically about profitability measures and advocating for data-driven approaches to optimize financial performance.
• Shape ATB’s profitability strategy: Leverage deep analytical insights to formulate recommendations and present compelling solutions that shape and accelerate ATB’s long-term profitability strategy.
• Enhance organizational transparency: Centralize and democratize access to key financial metrics and insights, promoting transparency and efficiency across teams and empowering data-driven decision-making at all levels.

Analytical Excellence & Client Focus:

• Bridge the gap between data and strategy: Oversee the seamless integration of quantitative and qualitative analysis, collaborating effectively with business units and finance teams to extract meaningful insights from internal and external data sources.
• Drive client-centric growth: Champion ATB’s client-obsessed culture by unearthing valuable customer insights from data analysis, informing strategic decisions that enhance profitability and deliver exceptional client experiences.
• Anticipate future opportunities: Continuously monitor industry trends and competitive behaviors to identify emerging opportunities for growth and profitability, ensuring ATB remains at the forefront of the market.

Communication & Stakeholder Management:

• Influence executive decision-making: Confidently present compelling, profit-based analyses to the Executive team, effectively communicating complex financial information and providing actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders: Engage with key stakeholders to understand the levers that impact economic profitability, conducting sensitivity analyses and establishing key performance thresholds to guide strategic decision-making.

Skills, experience & requirements

• 3 Years + leadership and coaching experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field
• Professional designations such as CPA, MBA, CFA, FRM, or PRM designation
• Strong understanding of the banking industry and capital markets
• 10+ years of experience in financial services, with deep expertise in capital markets, corporate finance, or client-facing roles
• Exceptional presentation skills, with experience presenting to executive teams
• Extensive financial modeling and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to interpret and apply financial data to strategic decision-making
• Expertise in Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Docs and Excel
• Familiarity with ATB’s culture and market presence is an asset

Don’t meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities and experience levels to apply. If you’re seeking a career where your drive, perspective and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.We’re dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed—their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you’ll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know atStay in touch
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