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Director, Performance Management, Commercial Banking Platform Finance


Company : RBC


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2026-01-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Overview We are seeking a results-driven and analytically rigorous leader to oversee consolidated performance management reporting, planning, and forecasting for the Commercial Bank. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the senior finance leadership team, supporting and managing initiatives led by the Personal and Commercial Banking Platform team. As a strategic co-pilot, you will drive financial insights and thought leadership to influence business outcomes while upholding financial integrity and accuracy. The ideal candidate is a highly curious, passionate, and organized individual with a strong focus on structure and continuous improvement. They thrive in environments that encourage ongoing learning and optimization, bringing a proactive and disciplined approach to their work. What you will do Manage a high-performing team (1 direct report) to deliver consolidated performance management reporting (month-end, quarter-end deliverables). Serve as the primary finance contact for Personal & Commercial Platform Finance and Head Office Performance Management. Lead end-to-end Performance Management for the Commercial Banking segment, including month-end and quarter-end reporting, monthly forecasting, annual planning and 5-year strategic outlooks. Collaborate with the Business Credit, Business Deposits, Corporate Treasury, Canadian Banking Platform Finance and Head Office Performance Management to support value-add reporting. Partner with Financial Control and Product Control to ensure financial integrity of reported results and compliance with accounting standards. Identify and implement enhancements to month-end and quarter-end reporting processes, forecasting and planning workflows. Own coordination and consolidation of the Annual Plan for Commercial Banking including managing timelines, overall narrative and deliverables for key finance and business stakeholders. Prepare Investor Q&A and quarterly earnings pack for Group Head of Commercial Banking including supplementary financial pack review and MD&A. Co-lead the coordination and production of the Commercial Banking Quarterly Business Review shared with the Group Head of RBC Commercial Banking and RBCs CEO. Act as a strategic co-pilot, partner with the Commercial Banking SMT to drive actionable insights and strategies, support business case analysis, evaluate product profitability and spreads, client segment performance, client profitability and risk-adjusted return on capital. Translate financial results into clear, executive-ready narratives for board materials, investor day commitments and reporting. What you need to succeed Must Have Education: Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Advanced credentials (MBA, CFA, CPA) are strongly preferred. Leadership & Executive Presence: 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or Commercial Banking, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated ability to inspire teams through clear vision, talent development, and future-focused growth. Strategic Influence: Proven track record of collaborating in a matrixed environment, influencing stakeholders, and driving outcomes through strong interpersonal skills and trust-based partnerships. Operational Agility: Expertise in managing competing priorities under tight deadlines, navigating change, and communicating priorities clearly to teams and partners. Executive Communication: Demonstrated ability to prepare and present financial content for senior leadership. Technical Proficiency: Exceptional financial modeling, data analysis, and communication skills. Experience with tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Thinkcell, EPM, and PeopleSoft is required. Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in a financial institution is essential. Core Competencies: High integrity, strong business acumen, sound judgment, and a results-driven mindset with a sense of urgency. Attention to Detail & Organization: Meticulous focus on accuracy, precision, and well-structured workflows in financial reporting and analysis. Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to identifying inefficiencies, implementing process enhancements, and fostering a culture of ongoing optimization. Whats in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits and competitive compensation Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Flexible work/life balance options Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team Opportunities to do challenging work Job Skills Accounting, Business Analytics, Decision Making, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Interpersonal Relationships, Organizational Leadership, Team Management Additional Job Details Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W: TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: OFFICE OF THE CFO Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-01-12 Application Deadline: 2026-02-27 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth... 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