Director, Finance - ALA

Role Responsibilities

Join a dynamic team at SCSS. We are looking for an experienced leader to provide direction for financial analysis and support to the ALA as the Director, Finance – ALA.  

Reporting to the Executive Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, the Director is responsible for overseeing the consolidation of ALA’s budget into the Ministry's consolidated three-year fiscal plan and quarterly fiscal updates to Treasury Board and Finance. The Director is also responsible for overseeing ad hoc projects and linking the funding requirements of ALA's various programs and initiatives to the multi-year fiscal and business planning process of the Government of Alberta (GOA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating with ALA to develop and analyze budget processes and procedures for ALA. This includes identifying financial implications for the ministry as a whole. 
• Developing and communicating annual budget targets for ALA. 
• Lead financial analysis and consulting services to support ALA's decision-making activities.
• Work collaboratively with other staff in the Corporate Finance Division, the Ministry, other ministries and ALA to deliver quality financial services including procurement, reporting and operations. 
• Provide leadership and guidance to Finance staff (3) for the analysis of ALA budget and fiscal update submissions. 
• Maintain prudent business practices and strong internal controls, and design and implement policies and procedures to improve ministry accountability.
• Ensure ALA financial processes align with and support key ministry accountability documents.
• Prepare responses to Ministerial Action Requests and assist in developing other briefing materials related to ALA financial operations as required.
• Oversee ad hoc projects related to financial management and planning.

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Develop Networks - Leverages relationships to build input and perspective.
• Build Collaborative Environments – Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict.
• Agility - Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks.
• Drive for Results - Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes. 
• Creative Problem Solving – Works in open teams to share ideas and process issues.

Qualifications

• A professional accounting designation – Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
• University graduation in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline complemented by at least five years of progressively responsible financial management experience, preferably in a public sector setting.

The following are considered assets:

• Leadership experience in driving consensus among diverse working groups.
• Demonstrate exceptional writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exhibit proven project management capabilities with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess experience in policy development, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a keen understanding of master data usage within large-scale financial systems.
• Excel in leading teams, communicating complex information to a diverse audience, and building respectful, trust-based relationships with stakeholders.

Notes:
A cover letter must accompany your application and how your experience aligns with the behavioral competencies of the role you are applying for. This cover letter will be used to assess your communication abilities. 

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. 

Equivalency: Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees: 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca 
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship programs