The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic, financial, and operational leadership to ensure Heritage Park’s long-term sustainability, operational effectiveness, and mission fulfillment. The CFO oversees Finance, Business Intelligence & IT, Capital and Strategic Projects, and Asset Management, and acts as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board of Trustees. The CFO plays a vital role in financial governance, business modelling, operational transformation, and the execution of capital initiatives.

Specific Accountabilities

As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO is accountable for the following outcomes:

Financial Strategy and Leadership

·       Lead the development of multi-year financial strategies that align with the Park’s mission and master plan.

·       Oversee budgeting, forecasting, investment planning, financial modeling, and performance analysis.

·       Deliver timely and accurate monthly financials (within 10 business days) and narrative insights.

·       Advise the CEO and Board on financial risks and opportunities.

Excellence Indicator : Timely, board-ready reports; strategic insights leading to sound financial decisions; clean audit outcomes.

Capital & Strategic Project Oversight

·       Lead financial and operational oversight of major capital developments and infrastructure projects.

·       Partner with internal and external stakeholders on long-term capital planning and implementation.

·       Align projects with the Park’s Master Plan and financial capacity.

Excellence Indicator: On-time, on-budget delivery of capital initiatives; integration of revenue-generating models within master plan implementation.

Business Intelligence and IT Leadership

·       Set the IT and business intelligence vision for the Park, enabling data-driven decision-making.

·       Oversee enterprise systems modernization and digital transformation.

·       Ensure cybersecurity, network reliability, and effective use of technology in operations.

Excellence Indicator : Seamless integration of upgraded systems; real-time access to accurate data; enhanced digital guest and staff experience.

Asset Management & Operational Oversight

·       Oversee the long-term stewardship and renewal of the Park’s physical assets.

·       Ensure proactive maintenance programs, sustainability planning, and regulatory compliance.

·       Support the Director in aligning facilities operations with guest experience and environmental goals.

Excellence Indicator: Comprehensive asset lifecycle plans; operational cost savings; high internal and guest satisfaction.

Strategic Advisory and Revenue Modelling

·       Model new business scenarios, revenue diversification strategies, and cost-benefit analyses.

·       Partner with the CEO and executive team to evaluate strategic decisions.

·       Provide financial modeling to support new pricing, programming, and growth opportunities.

Excellence Indicator: Executive-ready models; informed Board decisions; measurable revenue innovation.

Integrated Risk and Compliance Oversight

·       Lead enterprise-wide risk management, including financial, operational, technology, capital project, and infrastructure-related risks.

·       Develop and maintain an integrated risk register and mitigation strategies aligned with Board governance and City reporting expectations.

·       Ensure compliance with financial policies, public sector requirements, regulatory standards, and funding agreements.

·       Act as internal control champion, supporting audit readiness and strengthening policy enforcement across portfolios.

Excellence Indicators:

·       Active risk register and quarterly reporting to the Audit, Finance and Risk Committee.

·       No material findings in internal/external audits.

·       Demonstrated reduction in preventable risk events and insurance claims.

·       Strong internal controls validated by third-party review.

Board, Audit & City Engagement

·       Serve as lead liaison to the Audit, Finance and Risk Committee.

·       Build trusted relationships with the Board, City of Calgary, external auditors, and funders.

·       Ensure regulatory compliance, contract management, and public accountability.

Excellence Indicator: Strong funder confidence; clean audits; responsive and transparent governance reporting.

People Leadership and Succession Planning

·       Mentor and develop a high-performing team across the portfolio. Provide executive leadership to the organization and promote an organizational culture of respect and collaboration, enhancing employee engagement.

·       Lead structural reorganization and team realignment where needed.

·       Foster a culture of accountability, mentorship, and professional growth.

Excellence Indicator : Strong leadership bench, staff retention and engagement; succession plans in place.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications and Experience:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Minimum 12 years of senior leadership experience in finance, ideally within not-for-profit, public sector, or complex multi-stakeholder environments. Experience working with the big accounting firms and leading GAAP requirements is desired.
• Strong understanding of Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit (ASNPO) organizations and reporting requirements for registered charities, and public funding (e.g., CRA, AGLC, municipal/provincial funding agreements).
• Good understanding of procurement, vendor management, and contract oversight, particularly in public or nonprofit capital and IT projects.
• Demonstrated success leading finance and operations portfolios, including oversight of capital projects and IT.
• Experience engaging with Boards, funders, public agencies, and auditors at a strategic level.
• Deep knowledge of capital planning, asset management, fund accounting, and financial risk assessment.
• Experience managing large-scale capital budgets and multi-phase infrastructure projects from planning through execution and reporting.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic and systems thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to align financial strategy with organizational mission and long-term goals.
• Skilled communicator with a high degree of political acuity and the ability to influence, build trust, and convey financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including Board members and public stakeholders.
• Operationally focused, with ability to lead people and projects to measurable outcomes.
• Adaptive and inclusive leadership style; committed to staff development and team collaboration.
• Strong ethical foundation and financial stewardship, demonstrating integrity, transparency, and accountability in all fiscal matters.
• Enterprise risk management orientation, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks across financial and operational portfolios.
• Board and governance savvy, able to engage effectively with Trustees, committees, and auditors, and deliver sound financial oversight in a governance context.
• Skilled in cultivating and maintaining productive relationships with funders, government partners, donors, and other external collaborators.
• Strong understanding of how enterprise technology and data systems support financial operations, guest experience, and organizational efficiency.
• Emotionally intelligent bringing sensitivity to the community, historical, and public-facing aspects of the organization’s work.

Relocation:

Heritage Park welcomes applications from qualified candidates across Canada who are legally entitled to work in Canada. For the successful candidate, modest relocation support will be provided to assist with the transition to Calgary, Alberta. We are committed to supporting a smooth relocation for the right leader to join our team and contribute to our future.

How to apply:

To apply, please visit our Careers page and submit your application online. For questions about the role or the application process, please get in touch with Saniyah Chaudhry, Vice President of People & Culture, at schaudhry@heritagepark.ca