Director, Finance

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Nunavut seeks a Director of Finance within the Department of Health to provide strategic financial stewardship of public funds. You will oversee capital and operations budgets, ensure compliance with the Financial Administrative Manual, and drive transparent financial reporting.

The role requires an undergraduate degree in a related field, CPA designation, and eight years of related experience including five years in progressive management.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, commerce, or related field.
• CPA designation (CMA, CGA or CA) required.
• Eight years of related experience.
• Five years of progressive managerial experience in budgeting and finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process of developing the department's annual budget with program managers and finance staff.
• Facilitate budget approvals with agencies, legislature, and stakeholders.
• Oversee allocation and execution of budgeted funds and regulatory guidelines.
• Manage budget amendments with required approvals and justifications.
• Ensure financial reports meet regulatory requirements and accounting principles.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Oversee and mentor a team of financial professionals and promote growth.
• Collaborate with other department heads to align financial planning with strategy.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

People management

Strategic planning

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA designation (CMA CGA CA)

Job description

Thank you for contacting the Government of Nunavut. Please do not send sensitive or personal information, including (but not limited to): social insurance numbers, birthdates, information of other people, or health information. Please only send a brief description of your issue or concern and how we can contact you. We will make sure the correct person contacts you if they need more information or if they can answer your question or concern.

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants. Applicants must be currently eligible to work in Canada.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

As this is a term position ending June 2028, current indeterminate Government of Nunavut employees may be offered a competitive transfer assignment for the duration of the term if they are deemed to be the successful candidate, however this is subject to managerial approval.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Corporate Services, the Director, Finance (Director) is the senior financial advisor for the Department of Health. The position is responsible for the financial stewardship and accountability of public funds administered by Health. At the core of their duties is the oversight of the department’s capital and operations and maintenance budget, ensuring that financial resources are allocated efficiently and in accordance with government policies and regulations. The Director of Finance is also accountable for compliance with financial regulations and standards. They must ensure that all financial transactions and operations within the department adhere to the Financial Administrative Manual (FAM) as well as legal and ethical guidelines.

The main responsibilities of the Director are, but are not limited to:

• Leading the process of developing the department's annual budget, working with program managers and finance staff to gather input, projections, and cost estimates;
• Facilitating the budget approval process, working closely with government agencies, legislative bodies, and stakeholders to address questions, concerns, and revisions;
• Overseeing the allocation and execution of budgeted funds, ensuring that expenditures are in line with approved allocations and regulatory guidelines;
• Managing the process for budget amendments or revisions as necessary, providing clear justifications and seeking necessary approvals for changes;
• Ensuring that all financial reports meet regulatory requirements and government accounting principles, providing transparency and accountability in financial disclosures;
• Establishing and maintaining robust internal controls to safeguard financial assets, prevent fraud, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data;
• Overseeing and leading a team of financial professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to promote their professional growth and ensure effective departmental operations;
• Fostering a culture of collaboration and cross-functional teamwork, working closely with other department heads to ensure financial considerations are integrated into broader strategic planning.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, commerce, or related field;
• Completion of a professional accounting designation CPA (CMA, CGA or CA);
• Eight (8) years of related experience;
• Five (5) years of progressive managerial experience in assigning priorities and managing performance of professional teams.

This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.