Who Are We?

The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 144,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Competition Info

Competition Close Date: Monday, July 28, 2025 @ 11:59pm

Calendar: 12 Month Calendar

Salary: Exempt, $118,200 - $144,100

FTE: 1.0, 35 hours per week

This is a temporary position until approximately September 2026.

What does this role look like?

The CBE understands the future of work is flexible. In this role, you are eligible to participate in a flexible work program that allows you to work remotely for up to three days a week. A minimum of two days must be in the office. At certain times, you maybe be required to work in the office more then 2 days per week based on operational requirements.

What will you do?

purpose

This job is responsible for:

• Planning, organization, and administration of the assigned group.
• Fulfilling the key role in the development and implementation of systems for the collection and maximization of corporate revenues (federal, provincial, and external), the forecasting and reporting of corporate services.
• Providing advice and assistance to management and serve as a liaison with external agencies, including governments, in all matters described above.

accountability

This position is accountable for:

• Leading, coaching and managing staff performance. Setting and monitoring group objectives.
• Developing, coordinating, and administering CBE finances in accordance with CBE and Alberta Education rules and regulations.
• Serving as a primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders related to CBE.
• Consistently delivering comprehensive reporting to managers, directors, and CFO.

major responsibilities

• Recruit and select direct report staff and establish standards of performance for each member and the group, direct staff training and activities and monitor and evaluate staff performance and development. Provide feedback to employees. Encourage ongoing staff development.
• Carry out employee disciplinary actions, up to and including termination, as required.
• Manage and provide proactive leadership and mentoring to staff. Evaluates user needs and determines resources needed to fulfil them.
• Establish an appropriate internal control framework for the work unit to operate in. Ensures proper segregation of duties and implementation of appropriate preventative / detective internal controls with the goal to safeguard Calgary Board of Education (CBE) assets.
• Plan and establish goals and objectives and overall coordination of the assigned group
• Review and assess micro and macro social and economic trends which may affect other areas of operation. Assess processes and system applications to ensure alignment with CBE objectives. Implement new processes, system applications as required including organization change management, training, and communication.
• Plan, direct, and oversees the preparation of the budget working papers and schedules for ad hoc, monthly updates and those included in the budget, forecasting, and Government Reporting Entity (GRE) for all areas of the assigned unit and for any related reporting presented to the Board of Trustees, Administration, and other agencies. Ensures that reporting falls within the proper guidelines of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Public Standards Accounting Board (PSAB).
• Maintain knowledge and interpret provincial and federal legislative requirements and ensure CBE is in compliance. Maintain current knowledge regarding trends in the internal and external markets and stakeholders to maximize revenues and provide recommendations regarding funding for capital and operational needs.
• Evaluate and design management reporting that allows for timely senior management and executive decision making.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of projects affecting unit responsibilities. Leading and collaborating with CBE departments and making recommendations for implementing changes in accordance with governance.
• As a member of the management team for Corporate Finance, provide leadership in decision making, forward planning, establishment of goals and objectives, and overall coordination of the Department. Establish objectives, formulate policy, and set standards in the area of assigned unit on behalf of the organization. Communicate unit needs to other units, departments, and schools, and maintain internal and external contacts.
• Act on behalf of the Manager, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the purpose and accountabilities of the job.

What are we looking for?

qualifications

Education and Experience

• University degree in a business-related discipline and a current Chartered Professional Accounting designation.
• Five years progressively more responsible accounting experience, preferably including several years of supervisory experience in a public sector and unionized environment.
• An equivalent combination of directly related post-secondary education and directly related experience may be considered.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Well-developed organizational, planning and leadership abilities
• Initiative and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, receptive and adaptable to changing demands and priorities in the work place
• Ability to work consistently in a setting that has a very high volume workload and short timelines
• Ability to develop working relationships with technical, professional and operating staff
• Strong analytical skills and ability to prepare financial reports and forecasts
• Strong working knowledge and skills in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications
• Familiarity with the use of large complex computerized financial (including budgeting, forecasting and reporting applications) and other information systems
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful manner
• Strong working knowledge of cloud based systems (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Office 365 SharePoint and Team Sites)
• Personal suitability

Conditions of Employment

Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

Be Part of Our Success

A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.

What happens next?

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.