Executive Director, Financial Planning

Job Information

Job Title: ED, Financial Planning

Job Requisition ID: 87457

Ministry: Primary and Preventative Health Services

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 1

About Us 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. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service. 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. For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/primary-and-preventative-health-services.

Roles

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Finance and Senior Financial Officer you will 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. As a key advisor you will provide expert financial and strategic advice to support informed decision making, fiscal sustainability and accountability. This role is responsible for the oversight of business planning and corporate reporting ensuring alignment between financial planning, ministry business plan, Cabinet and Treasury Board submissions and corporate reporting requirements. You will be accountable for the oversight of a multi-billion-dollar operating and capital budget, as well as restricted grants and contracts. Your excellent communication and influence will be needed to build strong networks and relationships with complex stakeholders and partners. You have experience leading high-performing teams accountable for fiscal oversight.

Qualifications

Success in this role calls for a progressive leader with a background that includes significant related senior financial management leadership experience. You bring a strong understanding of financial planning, oversight of large, complex budgets and strong fiduciary experience. You bring demonstrated experience leading complex financial strategy planning, as well as an ability to work effectively with stakeholders to manage diverse expectations and interests. You can demonstrate the ability to collaborate and influence change across multiple areas without direct authority.

A respected leader, you have a proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of multidisciplinary finance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. A related degree is preferred; a master’s degree is desirable.

 

 

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly ($153,902.57 to $202,256.21 annually)

 

 

Notes

This opportunity is available to fill as a permanent appointment or on a two-year temporary basis.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

• • Compensation Overview – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
  • Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
  • Pension plans:
  • Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
  • Leadership and mentorship programs
  • Professional learning and development
  • Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca

 

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Search Profile

How to Apply

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Resources for applicants:

https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx

https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

 

 

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.