Solution Architect-Anaplan

Manage or contribute to end-to-end Anaplan implementations.,Collaborate with clients to transform business processes and translate requirements into user stories.,Support the development of complex and configurable Anaplan models.,Guide the creation of end-user reporting and planning dashboards using Anaplan UX pages/apps.,Support the development of data feeds (inbound and outbound) for Anaplan models.,Facilitate user acceptance testing, conduct training sessions, and provide ongoing end-user support.,Provide strategic guidance and support for optimizing existing Anaplan models to improve performance and scalability, ensuring alignment with industry standards.,Offer leadership, direction, and guidance to senior client stakeholders, acting as an Anaplan specialist and staying updated on platform changes.,Assist in developing go-to-market Anaplan assets.,Help organizations manage risks and improve performance by overseeing projects throughout the implementation lifecycle.,Support the development of proposals, contribute to business development activities, and engage in internal and external marketing events.,Identify business development opportunities for EPM projects with existing clients.,Contribute thought leadership to the evolution of EPM/IBP methodologies and intellectual capital (e.g., articles, whitepapers, research).,Work with senior KPMG leaders to enhance and integrate service offerings across Management Consulting and Advisory practices.,Manage, mentor, and train other Consultants and Senior Consultants within the Financial Management Advisory Practice on EPM and its benefits.,Develop relationships and partnerships with other KPMG offices.

Anaplan Certified Model Builder Level 3 or above.,Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field, or equivalent experience.,Completion of MBA or an Accounting designation (CA, CGA, CMA, CPA).,Minimum 2 years of Anaplan-related experience with a professional services advisory firm or company.,Experience delivering full lifecycle implementation projects related to Anaplan.,Proven track record of successfully implementing Anaplan solutions as a Model Builder.,Strong knowledge of Anaplan’s capabilities, best practices, and product roadmap.,Ability to independently build complex Anaplan models, leveraging formulas, lists, actions, etc.,Experience building Apps in Anaplan’s user experience (UX) to satisfy end-user requirements.,Project lifecycle exposure from requirements gathering through design, build, and delivery, adhering to Agile and/or Anaplan Way methodology.,Strong mix of business and functional knowledge related to EPM processes, with a proven ability to communicate business requirements and understand implications on functional design.,Experience in process reengineering, designing, and implementing business performance management applications, including budgeting, forecasting, planning, consolidation, and reporting.,Knowledge of information access and delivery methods, analytics applications and tools, data sourcing and integration methods, and an understanding of data warehousing/mining, ETL, data cleansing, and architecture.,Experience with governance, controls, process and procedures, centers of competency, change management, conceptual data modeling, master data management, data standardization and stewardship, information integrity and compliance, and data quality management.,Experience working in a client-facing role across a variety of industries and businesses.,Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate with client stakeholders, work closely in a collaborative team environment, and lead teams and project deliverables.,Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and define problems and develop creative solutions.,Supply chain experience is welcomed and considered a strong asset.

Bachelor's Degree, MBA, Accounting Designation (CA, CGA, CMA, CPA)

Comprehensive health and dental benefits, wellness subsidies, personal care days, retirement pension plans, flexible work arrangements, and extensive professional development support.

Ability to travel within Canada.