Business Technology Manager

At Momentum Financial Services Group, we help people move forward by reimagining how money works for those who need it most. With more than 40 years of experience, we’re the team behind Money Mart—Canada’s largest non-bank branch network—and a leader in financial solutions for underserved communities.

From short-term loans to money transfers and prepaid cards, we power the products, technology, and operations that enable people to access, use, and move their money more freely.

Our culture is built on innovation, collaboration, and a shared purpose to deliver financial inclusion. When you join our team, you’re part of a company that is transforming financial services and making a lasting impact for millions of customers.

We've Got You Covered

• Compensation Philosophy – Competitive pay aligned to experience and market value.

• Discretionary Annual Bonus – Rewarding performance and contribution.

• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and more to support your health and wellbeing.

• Retirement Plans – Helping you plan and save for the future.

• Hybrid Work Environment – Flexibility that balances in-office collaboration with remote work.

• Perks and Rewards – Employee recognition programs, development opportunities, and other perks.

The Job

As a Technology Business Manager, you will serve as the strategic and operational partner to the CIO and Technology Leadership Team, driving financial discipline, governance, and operational transparency across the Technology function. You will oversee budgets, vendor management, headcount planning, and reporting, while ensuring that technology investments deliver business value and align with enterprise priorities. This is a highly visible role requiring strong financial acumen, governance expertise, and the ability to influence senior leaders across Finance, HR, Procurement, and Technology.

What You'll Do

Financial Management & Governance

• Own annual technology budget planning, forecasting, and reporting, including operating and capital spend.

• Track and report on run vs. change spend, capex vs. opex allocations, and spend efficiency.

• Partner with Finance to deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages.

• Develop executive-ready financial presentations for the CIO and Technology Leadership Team.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Lead vendor governance, including performance reviews, cost optimization, renewals, and contract negotiations.

• Monitor vendor spend, SLAs, and compliance to ensure alignment with budget and performance expectations.

Resource & Workforce Planning

• Lead headcount forecasting, capacity planning, and workforce reporting for Technology.

• Partner with HR to manage recruitment planning, onboarding, and resource allocations.

• Monitor FTE, contractor, and third-party resource usage across programs and BAU.

Technology Strategy & Roadmap Support

• Support the CIO and leadership team in defining and tracking delivery against the Technology Strategy Roadmap.

• Provide data-driven insights into portfolio health, delivery performance, and resource utilization.

• Support regulatory and audit requirements through evidence gathering and reporting.

Operational Excellence & Reporting

• Develop and maintain governance frameworks for portfolio, vendor, and resource management.

• Establish standardized processes, dashboards, and KPIs to improve operational transparency.

• Drive continuous improvement in Technology business operations, reporting, and accountability.

• Serve as the bridge between Finance, HR, Procurement, and Technology to ensure alignment and consistency.

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Advanced financial acumen, with ability to interpret P&Ls, balance sheets, and technology spend drivers.

• Experience in building and leading governance frameworks (portfolio, vendor, and resource governance).

• Proficiency in forecasting, budgeting, and scenario modeling, with ability to advise on tradeoffs.

• Strong program and project management skills to manage competing priorities effectively.

• Ability to translate technical and operational information into executive-level insights.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence without authority across senior business and technology leaders.

• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau); exposure to financial planning tools a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education + Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or equivalent is an asset.

• 8+ years of experience in Technology Business Management, IT Finance, or related roles.

• Prior experience supporting CIOs or senior Technology leadership teams in a financial services or enterprise environment.

• Proven track record of vendor management, budget oversight, and workforce planning.

• Experience working in a regulated industry (financial services preferred).

• If you're ready to play a critical role at the intersection of finance, technology, and strategy—shaping how we invest, govern, and deliver digital capabilities—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us drive transformation.

Please note: The salary range, inclusive of bonus, for this position is between C$ 105,000 - C$ 155,000.

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About MFSG – Our Commitment to Responsible Innovation

At MFSG, we are committed to building innovative solutions grounded in ethical, transparent, and responsible use of data and technology. Aligned with the principles outlined in Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA), we take a proactive approach to ensuring that any AI or data-driven systems we use are safe, fair, and accountable.

This posting is for a current position within our organization, offering the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, responsible innovation that supports our employees, clients, and communities.

We prioritize strong data governance, clear communication around how systems work, and safeguards that reduce risks and protect individuals. Our focus is on developing tools and processes that promote equity, reliability, and trust, supported by ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement.

Joining MFSG means contributing to a future-focused organization that values both innovation and integrity, where your work helps shape solutions that responsibly support our employees, clients, and communities.