Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Come work with us!

We are not your average law firm.

At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our employees. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to continue to invest in people who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, your whole unique self will belong.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental and physical wellness, and a competitive compensation & benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
• A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and "flex days"
• A top rate flexible health and dental plan
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect

If this sounds like a work environment you'd thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Finance team based in the Firm's Halifax office.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Close Date: October 23, 2025

The Opportunity:

The Firm is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead a newly established function within the Finance team. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to build and shape a high-impact team from the ground up, driving financial strategy and insight across the organization. As a key member of the Finance leadership group, the Manager will play a pivotal role in guiding firmwide initiatives through budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with department leaders and lawyers to translate operational drivers into actionable financial insights. This role will lead the annual revenue budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, develop sophisticated financial models, and deliver clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership. Acting as a trusted advisor, the manager will champion continuous improvement and innovation across the Finance function, including projects and automation initiatives.

If you have a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or a related field and 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate would possess a CPA or MBA and have 2+ years in a people management role.

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Stewart McKelvey, we are committed to a workplace where you truly belong. We celebrate and respect the unique identities, perspectives, and experiences that each person brings, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and valued as part of our firm.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates:

For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.