Job Information

Posting Date: Jul 3, 2025

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Requisition ID: 73238

Ministry: Treasury Board & Finance

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: August 18, 2025

Classification: Manager Zone 2

Salary: $3,339.00 to $4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,147 - $117,275 per year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

The Office of the Controller is responsible for government accounting policies and financial reporting, financial management and control policies, risk management (financial and audit risk) and financial business process management. The division is a leader in sponsoring, supporting, and facilitating initiatives with outcomes focused on effectiveness, efficiency, best practice, and continual improvement by the government financial community.

Role Responsibilities

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on public accountability and financial excellence? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation meets compliance? Join our team as the Manager, Corporate Consolidation and Reporting, where you’ll lead critical initiatives, shape financial policy, and contribute to the Government of Alberta’s mission of fiscal transparency and accountability.

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Consolidation and Reporting, this role is essential in promoting government accountability through the preparation of consolidated financial statements and key accountability reports like the Report of Selected Payments to MLAs, the Blue Book, and Grant Disclosure Reports.

As a front-line contact for financial reporting matters, you’ll support ministries across the Government of Alberta (GoA) in navigating complex reporting systems like 1GX, ensuring compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and fostering process efficiency. In addition, this role offers opportunities to lead projects that improve government-wide financial reporting and operational processes.

Roles and responsibilities include:

1. Financial Reporting and Accountability:

   • Lead the preparation of GoA accountability documents, including annual financial statements and quarterly disclosures.
   • Analyze ministry financial submissions, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
   • Perform financial analysis and provide sound advice on financial policies, procedures, and issues.
   • Develop and deliver training for GoA’s financial community on systems and reporting processes.

2. Process Improvement and System Leadership:

   • Provide leadership in optimizing GoA’s financial system and reporting process.
   • Oversee the governance of master data across budgeting, forecasting, and reporting systems.
   • Automate financial reports and develop standardized reporting processes.
   • Identify opportunities for improvements and present actionable recommendations to senior management.

3. Policy Development and Compliance:

   • Contribute to the development and implementation of financial and accounting policies aligned with PSAS and government regulations.
   • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and communicate financial policies and internal controls.
   • Provide technical expertise to resolve audit issues.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:

   • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with ministries, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
   • Represent the Office of the Controller on working committees and project teams.
   • Support the Deputy Minister and Controller by preparing briefing materials and reports.
   • Prepare and present materials at GoA annual financial reporting workshops or other events.
   • Provide financial advice to ministries including master data usage, reporting requirements.

Role Responsibilities Continued

This role provides an opportunity to lead impactful projects and influence financial systems and policies across the government. As part of a collaborative team dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and accountability, you will have the chance to shape government-wide processes and lead cross-ministry initiatives. The position supports your professional growth by building expertise in public sector accounting, systems compliance, and process automation. Your work will directly contribute to the government’s mission of transparency and fiscal responsibility, while fostering close collaboration with senior leadership, ministries, and auditors. Building trust and respectful relationships with ministries and other stakeholders is a key for success in this role.

Qualifications

University degree supplemented by an accounting designation plus minimum of four (4) years of related progressive experience in financial reporting, policy development, or systems management.

The following are considered assets:

• Experience working within a government or public sector financial environment.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in Public Sector Accounting
• Applied knowledge of GoA financial processes, reporting, and disclosure requirements.
• Experience in developing and delivering training materials for diverse audiences.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in GoA’s financial systems, including 1GX S4 and BPC.

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

This is a permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Currently, the Government of Alberta offers a hybrid work schedule that employees can choose to work from home for two days per week. Employees working from home must be working from an Alberta location. This position will be located in the Terrace Building in Edmonton.

Candidates may be asked to participate in a written assessment prior to the interview. The final candidate for this position will be asked to undergo pre-employment checks.

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.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• 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.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

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)( https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

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 require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania at Rashi.Vaktania@gov.ab.ca.