Executive Director, Public Accounts

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Manitoba, Winnipeg, is seeking an Executive Director of Public Accounts to lead the Public Accounts Branch and advise the Provincial Comptroller, Secretary to Treasury Board and senior financial officers. You will oversee the preparation and issuance of the government’s financial statements and assess policy impacts on reporting.

The role requires extensive public sector accounting experience, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering timely, accurate financial reporting

Qualifications

• Finance industry post-secondary education and/or CPA designation required.
• Senior-level management experience in financial reporting, consolidation accounting, comptrollership, or CFO at a large organization.
• Extensive accounting experience, preferably in a public sector environment.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, PSAS, or ASNPO.
• Ability to apply a project management framework to achieve timely results.
• Strong governance, risk management practices, and internal controls.
• Proven leadership in developing and guiding teams to deliver results.
• Strong financial management including budgeting, forecasting and public reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with senior leaders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Public Accounts Branch and provide accounting guidance to the Provincial Comptroller and Treasury Board Secretariat executives.
• Oversee preparation and issuance of the government’s Public Accounts and interim/audited statements.
• Assess how policy decisions may impact financial results and reporting.

Skills

Executive leadership

Public sector accounting

Financial reporting

IFRS/PSAS/ASNPO

Internal controls

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Finance industry-related post-secondary education and/or CPA designation

Job description

XM3 Senior Manager 3

Term/full-time

with the strong possibility of becoming regular

Department of Finance

Office of the Provincial Comptroller, Treasury Board Secretariat

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45662

Salary(s): XM3 $117,658.00 - $144,023.00 per year

Closing Date: September 24, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Office of the Provincial Comptroller (OPC) in Treasury Board Secretariat establishes and oversees corporate Comptrollership and the financial and management policies, practices, and processes for government. The Provincial Comptroller is the summary government's senior Executive Financial Officer, and their responsibilities and powers are specified in statutes 13(2), 13(3), and 13(4) of The Financial Administration Act. The Provincial Comptroller has also been designated under statutes 13.1(1) and 13.1(2) as the employee responsible for maintaining an internal audit system for the government reporting entity.

The Office of the Provincial Comptroller is responsible for summary government-wide financial management policy development and communication through the Financial Administration Manual, and for coordinating the annual Main Estimates Supplement and departmental Annual Report processes. The office is responsible for reviewing, assessing and implementing new or revised accounting policies emerging from governing accounting bodies such as the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. The office also promotes corporate Comptrollership Excellence. Evaluates accounting and financial management systems throughout government and maintains an internal audit system within government.

Duties

As a member of the department’s management team, the Executive Director of Public Accounts is responsible to lead and manage the Public Accounts Branch, provide accounting implications, advice and support to the Provincial Comptroller, Secretary to Treasury Board, Treasury Board, Executive and Senior Financial Officers, and executive level financial officers of organizations within the Government Reporting Entity.

The Executive Director is responsible for managing the preparation and issuance of the governments Public Accounts and the government’s interim and audited summary financial statements. The Branch is also responsible for assessing how government policy decisions may impact the summary financial results.

Why Work for Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries


• Defined pension plan


• Life insurance coverage


• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision


• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more


• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program


• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days


• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions


• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service


• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba's Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba's diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba's Future

By working for Manitoba's Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications

Essential

• Finance industry-related post-secondary education and/or a recognized financial industry-related designation such as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.


• Senior level management experience in the field of financial statement preparation, consolidation accounting, comptrollership, or chief financial officer at a large public or private organization.


• Extensive accounting experience, preferably in a public sector environment.


• Expert knowledge and ability to interpret and apply accounting standards, using at least one of IFRS, PSAS, or ASNPO.


• Ability to apply project management framework to achieve timely results.


• Strong understanding of the public sector, effective governance models, comptrollership and risk management practices.


• Strong understanding of implementation of an effective internal control framework in a large organization.


• Excellent leadership skills with experience leading organizational changes and successfully leading and developing teams to achieve desired outcomes with a commitment to fostering a respectful workplace.


• Financial management experience including: financial planning, budgeting, financial monitoring and public reporting.


• Experience in strategic planning and determining and setting priorities based on organizational mandates and initiatives.


• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, and operate successfully within a deadline-driven environment.


• Ability to analyse information and risks and make decisions on critical issues.


• Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by successful collaboration and partnerships with stakeholders.


• Strong written communication skills including the ability to write accounting position papers and confidential material for senior leaders.


• Strong verbal communication skills demonstrated by the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with senior leaders and officials, external stakeholders and members of the public.

Desired

• Auditing experience, preferably in a public sector environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada


• Possess and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.


• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.