Financial Planning Director
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Financial Planning Director - EXE002318
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-Rgna-Regina
Ministry**:** 036 Social Services
Salary Range**:** $9,515-$12,367 Monthly
Grade**:** MCP.09.
The Ministry of Social Services provides support to vulnerable individuals and families as they build a better quality of life. The ministry provides a wide range of services, including immediate assistance, family support, youth care, disability services, affordable housing access, and income assistance. Together with Indigenous and community partners, we work to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.
The Finance Branch plays a vital role in ensuring financial integrity, accountability, and innovation in delivering services that impact the lives of citizens across Saskatchewan. The Ministry of Social Services is seeking a collaborative and strategic leader with expertise in financial planning, budget management, and contract oversight for the position of Director, Financial Planning.
Reporting to the Finance Branch’s Executive Director, you will:
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the ministry’s strategic financial plan to align resources with fiscal targets and ministry priorities.
- Oversee monitoring, analysis, and management of expenditures, revenues, and FTE allocations to ensure resources achieve ministry objectives.
- Provide spending oversight by engaging with division management teams to create accountability in resource management.
- Oversee reviews and monthly forecasts of ministry spending to provide accurate recommendations that support executive decisions.
- Develop long-term forecasting processes to manage budget pressures, program changes, and new initiatives.
- Lead the Contract Administration Unit to support ministry programs through community-based organizations in alignment with ministry plans.
- Develop and maintain frameworks, policies, and standards for third-party service provider contracts to ensure consistent and accountable management.
- Provide accounting oversight over contracts, amendments, payments, recoveries, and compliance with regulations to ensure stewardship of public funds.
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to oversee staff across multiple locations.
- Extensive knowledge of budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis in a public sector environment.
- Experience in contract administration, compliance, and accountability frameworks for third-party service providers.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication and analytical skills to develop credible analysis and provide strategic financial advice.
Typically, this knowledge would be obtained through a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline, combined with significant related experience in financial planning and leadership roles. A professional accounting designation is considered an asset.
What we offer:
- Dynamic and meaningful work that supports the citizens of Saskatchewan.
- A competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension, dental and health, disability, etc.
- Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO), and other types of leave.
- Inclusive work environments.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work**:** M - Monthly Out of Scope
Number of Openings**:** 1
Closing Date: Oct 14, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
About Government of Saskatchewan
Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page!
This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure.
When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations.
Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.
Financial Planning Director
Top Benefits
About the role
Financial Planning Director - EXE002318
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-Rgna-Regina
Ministry**:** 036 Social Services
Salary Range**:** $9,515-$12,367 Monthly
Grade**:** MCP.09.
The Ministry of Social Services provides support to vulnerable individuals and families as they build a better quality of life. The ministry provides a wide range of services, including immediate assistance, family support, youth care, disability services, affordable housing access, and income assistance. Together with Indigenous and community partners, we work to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.
The Finance Branch plays a vital role in ensuring financial integrity, accountability, and innovation in delivering services that impact the lives of citizens across Saskatchewan. The Ministry of Social Services is seeking a collaborative and strategic leader with expertise in financial planning, budget management, and contract oversight for the position of Director, Financial Planning.
Reporting to the Finance Branch’s Executive Director, you will:
- Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the ministry’s strategic financial plan to align resources with fiscal targets and ministry priorities.
- Oversee monitoring, analysis, and management of expenditures, revenues, and FTE allocations to ensure resources achieve ministry objectives.
- Provide spending oversight by engaging with division management teams to create accountability in resource management.
- Oversee reviews and monthly forecasts of ministry spending to provide accurate recommendations that support executive decisions.
- Develop long-term forecasting processes to manage budget pressures, program changes, and new initiatives.
- Lead the Contract Administration Unit to support ministry programs through community-based organizations in alignment with ministry plans.
- Develop and maintain frameworks, policies, and standards for third-party service provider contracts to ensure consistent and accountable management.
- Provide accounting oversight over contracts, amendments, payments, recoveries, and compliance with regulations to ensure stewardship of public funds.
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to oversee staff across multiple locations.
- Extensive knowledge of budget planning, forecasting, and financial analysis in a public sector environment.
- Experience in contract administration, compliance, and accountability frameworks for third-party service providers.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication and analytical skills to develop credible analysis and provide strategic financial advice.
Typically, this knowledge would be obtained through a degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline, combined with significant related experience in financial planning and leadership roles. A professional accounting designation is considered an asset.
What we offer:
- Dynamic and meaningful work that supports the citizens of Saskatchewan.
- A competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension, dental and health, disability, etc.
- Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO), and other types of leave.
- Inclusive work environments.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work**:** M - Monthly Out of Scope
Number of Openings**:** 1
Closing Date: Oct 14, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
About Government of Saskatchewan
Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page!
This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure.
When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations.
Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.