Sumanthan Selvarajah

The Financial Architect Who Builds Futures

📍 Greater Toronto Area, Canada
📧 sumanthans@gmail.com
📱 (613) 324-3821
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$1.4B
Portfolio Managed
50+
ERP Implementations
15+
Years Experience
$25M+
Cost Savings Delivered

Senior Financial Systems Advisor and Global Investor with 15+ years of proven experience managing $1.4 billion portfolios and orchestrating 50+ ERP implementations across Fortune 500 companies, healthcare institutions, and energy sectors. Recognized for delivering $25M+ in measurable cost savings through strategic financial systems transformation, business intelligence excellence, and FP&A leadership. Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA, Oracle R12/Cloud, PowerBI, and Hyperion Financial Management, uniquely positioned to bridge finance operations with technology innovation. Global entrepreneur with successful ventures spanning real estate development, agriculture, aquaculture, and tourism across Canada and Sri Lanka.

Core Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis
• Financial Modeling & Forecasting
• Budgeting & Variance Analysis
• Strategic Planning & Business Partnering
• Capital Portfolio Management ($1.4B)
• ROI Optimization & Margin Analysis
• Executive Decision Support
ERP & Financial Systems
• SAP FI/CO, S/4HANA Implementation
• Oracle R12, Oracle Cloud Fusion
• Microsoft Dynamics NAV, GP
• Hyperion HFM, BPC, DCOMP
• Full-Cycle System Implementations
• System Architecture & Optimization
Business Intelligence & Analytics
• PowerBI Dashboard Development
• Cognos BI, Tableau, QlikView
• Advanced Excel (VBA, Macros, Power Query)
• Data Visualization & Storytelling
• Executive Reporting & KPIs
• Predictive Analytics & Modeling
Strategic Leadership
• C-Suite Presentations & Advisory
• Interim CFO/Finance Director Experience
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Process Improvement
• Regulatory Compliance & Audit
• Change Management & Training

Professional Experience

Senior Financial Systems Advisor - Finance Application & Development
Nov 2022 - Present
Enbridge | Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Lead design, development, and maintenance of HFM and PowerBI-backed financial reports for executive leadership, supporting strategic decision-making for $1.4 billion capital portfolio across North American energy infrastructure
  • System administration and optimization for SAP FICO, Oracle R12, Oracle Cloud, BPC, DCOMP, HFM, and PowerBI across enterprise financial systems supporting 11,000+ employees
  • Define business requirements and lead new systems projects impacting financial reporting, treasury operations, and enterprise-wide financial processes
  • Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic interpretation to operating groups, delivering actionable insights for major capital investment decisions exceeding $2B annually
  • Architect automated reporting solutions that reduced manual reporting time by 60%, improved data accuracy to 99.8%, and enhanced executive visibility into real-time financial performance
Senior Financial Planning Analyst - Business Intelligence
Apr 2019 - Oct 2022
Cantel, A STERIS Company | Mississauga, ON, Canada
  • Led financial planning, analysis, and forecasting for $500M+ business unit within global infection prevention leader, partnering with C-suite executives on strategic initiatives and M&A activities
  • Designed and implemented PowerBI dashboards for executive leadership, providing real-time visibility into financial performance, operational metrics, and profitability drivers across 15+ product lines
  • Managed budgeting, variance analysis, and long-range planning (3-5 years) across multiple divisions, identifying $5M+ cost savings opportunities through process optimization and vendor consolidation
  • Drove business intelligence initiatives through advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and scenario planning, supporting strategic decisions for new product launches and market expansion
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with operations, sales, marketing, and IT to optimize business processes, improve profitability margins by 8%, and enhance decision-making frameworks
Senior Analyst - Finance and Regulatory Compliance
Nov 2016 - Mar 2019
Oshawa Power | Oshawa, ON, Canada
  • Led financial reporting and regulatory compliance initiatives for utility operations serving 70,000+ customers, ensuring 100% adherence to Ontario Energy Board (OEB) regulations and standards
  • Managed rate case filings, regulatory submissions, and financial audits with 100% compliance record, securing $120M+ revenue requirement approvals
  • Developed complex financial models for strategic planning, rate design, and infrastructure investment analysis supporting $200M+ capital program
  • Implemented process improvements and automation that reduced month-end close cycle by 40% (from 10 days to 6 days) and improved reporting accuracy
  • Provided financial analysis supporting strategic initiatives including smart grid deployment, renewable energy integration, and operational efficiency programs
Senior Financial Analyst
Nov 2015 - Oct 2016
Motion Specialties Inc. | Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Provided financial analysis and reporting for healthcare distribution operations with $300M+ annual revenue across Canada
  • Developed comprehensive financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making and operational planning
  • Led ERP system implementation projects and process improvement initiatives, improving operational efficiency by 25%
  • Created executive dashboards and KPI reporting frameworks for senior leadership and business unit managers
Financial Analyst II - Operation Finance
2015
Brookfield Global Integrated Solutions (BGIS) | Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Supported operational finance for real estate services and facilities management operations managing $50M+ multi-site portfolio
  • Conducted financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for multi-client accounts across healthcare, government, and corporate sectors
  • Developed cost analysis models and profitability assessments supporting contract negotiations and pricing strategies
Senior Research Finance Accountant
Jan 2014 - Oct 2015
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre | Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Managed research grant accounting, financial reporting, and compliance for $50M+ research portfolio across 200+ active grants
  • Implemented process improvements and system enhancements for research finance operations, reducing grant setup time by 35%
  • Ensured 100% compliance with TriCouncil, NIH, CIHR, and institutional research funding guidelines and audit requirements
  • Provided financial advisory services to principal investigators and research administrators on grant budgeting and financial planning
Financial Analyst II - Research Financial Services
Jun 2013 - Dec 2013
University Health Network (UHN) | Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Provided financial analysis and reporting for research operations across Toronto General, Toronto Western, and Princess Margaret Hospital sites
  • Supported grant management and compliance for academic medical research programs with $100M+ annual research funding
  • Developed financial reports and analysis supporting strategic research planning and resource allocation decisions
Project Officer - Enterprise Project Management
May 2010 - May 2013
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) | Ottawa, ON, Canada
  • Managed enterprise-level projects for government operations with budgets exceeding $10M, ensuring regulatory compliance and strategic alignment
  • Coordinated cross-functional initiatives across multiple departments and stakeholder groups including Treasury Board, Public Safety Canada, and international partners
  • Developed comprehensive project documentation, reporting frameworks, and governance structures supporting critical border security initiatives
  • Achieved 100% on-time project delivery record while maintaining budget compliance and quality standards

Education & Professional Certifications

CPA Candidate (In Progress)
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada)
Expected Completion: 2026 | Focus: Public and Industry Accounting, Advanced Financial Reporting, Taxation
Specialization Certificate - Business & Financial Modeling, Business Analytics
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
2016-2017 | Advanced Financial Modeling, Quantitative Data Analysis, Strategic Business Analysis, Predictive Analytics
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting and Finance
University of Ottawa - Telfer School of Management
2007-2013 | Graduated with Honours | Focus: Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Business Analytics
Professional Certifications & Technical Training
Financial Markets: Bloomberg Essentials Certification • Canadian Securities Course (CSC)
Technology: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) • Microsoft Office Specialist (Expert)
Systems: SAP FI/CO Certification • Oracle Financials Certified Associate

Entrepreneurial Ventures & Board Service

S Selvarajah Consulting Inc
Principal Consultant & Founder | 2016 - Present | Toronto, ON
Strategic business solutions spanning Real Estate Development and Technology sectors. Multi-industry expertise across Energy, Healthcare, Cannabis, Government, and Real Estate. Notable clients include Enbridge, Tilray Brands, Cantel Canada (STERIS), Oshawa Power, and Motion Specialties. Services include interim CFO/finance leadership, ERP implementations, financial systems transformation, FP&A, and business intelligence.
Selvarajah Surendran Holdings (PVT) LTD
Managing Director & Co-Founder | 2020 - Present | Colombo, Sri Lanka
Diversified investment holding company with ventures spanning agriculture (CeyGro Agro - grain cultivation, cashew processing), aquaculture (inland fishing operations), and oceanfront real estate development (Nilaveli Luxury Condos, Trincomalee). Managing investment portfolio exceeding $5M USD across multiple business units.
Fair Priced Homes
Managing Partner & Co-Founder | 2018 - Present | Toronto, ON
Real estate investment and development firm focused on off-market distressed assets, value-add flip properties, multiplexes, and waterfront cottage properties. Active in Greater Toronto Area and Durham Region with portfolio value exceeding $8M. Specialized in creative financing, distressed asset acquisition, and property repositioning strategies.
IRDG - Board of Directors
Board Director | 2019 - Present | Kilinochchi & Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
Non-profit organization focused on post-war recovery, community restoration, and sustainable livelihoods for vulnerable individuals in war-affected regions of Northern Sri Lanka. Strategic oversight of development programs, financial governance, and community impact initiatives serving 10,000+ beneficiaries.

Languages & Global Reach

English
Native / Fluent
Tamil
Native / Fluent
French
Professional Working
Sinhalese
Elementary
🌍 Global Experience & Presence
Active Across 3 Continents: North America (Canada - Toronto/GTA, Ottawa), Asia (Sri Lanka - Colombo, Trincomalee, Kilinochchi), Caribbean (Dominican Republic - Punta Cana, Santo Domingo)

International Business Experience: Successfully established and scaled ventures across diverse markets including Canadian corporate sectors, Sri Lankan agriculture and real estate, and Caribbean tourism. Deep cultural understanding and ability to navigate complex international business environments, regulatory frameworks, and multi-cultural stakeholder relationships.