Executive Director, Financial Planning
About The Position
The Alberta Public Service 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. The Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable primary health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to public health challenges, improving public health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services.
Requirements
- Significant related senior financial management leadership experience.
- Strong understanding of financial planning.
- Oversight of large, complex budgets.
- Strong fiduciary experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex financial strategy planning.
- Ability to work effectively with stakeholders to manage diverse expectations and interests.
- Ability to collaborate and influence change across multiple areas without direct authority.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of multidisciplinary finance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- A professional accounting designation (CPA) is required.
Nice To Haves
- A related degree is preferred.
- A master’s degree is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction for all financial planning activities and services including strategies, practices and policies to enable the ministry to meet complex fiscal challenges and business plan objectives.
- Provide expert financial and strategic advice to support informed decision making, fiscal sustainability and accountability.
- Oversight of business planning and corporate reporting ensuring alignment between financial planning, ministry business plan, Cabinet and Treasury Board submissions and corporate reporting requirements.
- Oversight of a multi-billion-dollar operating and capital budget, as well as restricted grants and contracts.
- Build strong networks and relationships with complex stakeholders and partners.
- Lead high-performing teams accountable for fiscal oversight.
Benefits
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP)
- Leadership and mentorship programs
- Professional learning and development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
