Director, Reporting & Policy

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

3d•CA$134,135 - CA$170,332•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service (APS) is taking a One Finance approach to the delivery of financial services. There are three top leadership priorities that support this One Finance approach: proactively supporting our talent across the Finance community; providing collaborative and responsive services to our business partners; and actively engaging in continuous improvement of the way we support each other and do business within our teams and across the entire finance community. The APS also works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service. This role ensures compliance with key legislation, including the Financial Administration Act, Sustainable Fiscal Planning and Reporting Act, and Public Sector Accounting Standards, while leading the delivery of accurate, timely financial reporting and enhancing internal control frameworks. The Director provides leadership to a team of financial professionals and partners with senior stakeholders across government to support decision-making, drive transformation initiatives (including 1GX), and enhance financial accountability across the Ministry. Operating within a complex, high-accountability environment, this role requires sound judgment, diplomacy, and the ability to manage competing priorities. The Director engages regularly with senior executives, central agencies, and external auditors on sensitive financial matters.

Requirements

University degree in a related field such as Accounting, Public administration, Public Policy or Finance supplemented by 7 years of related experience.
Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
3-5 years of progressive senior financial management experience (public sector experience preferred)

Nice To Haves

Strong financial, business, and political acumen
Extensive knowledge of financial management, consolidation reporting, and audit practices
Experience providing strategic advice to executive leadership
Knowledge of Government of Alberta legislation and policies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Experience with large-scale transformation initiatives (e.g., 1GX)

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and review of consolidate ministry financial statements and management reporting
Provide expert advice on financial policy, controls, and reporting compliance
Ensure alignment with Treasury Board and Finance (TBF) Directives and policy, and public sector accounting standard requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) and Corporate Internal Audit Services (CIAS)
Coordinate audit activities, monitor findings, and ensure timely implementation of recommendations
Provide updates to executive team on audit findings.
Oversee internal control frameworks and financial processes
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Ensure integrity, accuracy, completeness and reliability of financial systems and data.
Provide oversight of financial systems, security access, and reporting tools (including 1GX)
Champion system improvements and financial reporting enhancements
Ensure effective financial operations in accordance with government legislation.
Lead ministry-wide transformation and modernization initiatives
Identify priorities, assess impacts, and manage implementation
Support government-wide finance strategies and service delivery improvement
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and results-driven work environment
Support workforce planning, succession, and capacity building