Head of Finance Policies Procedures and Budgeting

Canadian Museum of Nature; Outaouais; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A national cultural institution located in Quebec is seeking a Head, Finance Policies, Procedures and Budgeting to lead the development and implementation of finance-related policies. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in financial management and hold a relevant degree. Bilingualism in English and French is required. This permanent full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits, contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Access to federal public service group insurance

Pension plans

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Completion of a University degree in a field relevant to financial management.
• Professional accounting designation or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement finance and procurement policies and procedures.
• Train and support Museum staff regarding finance procedures.
• Assist with the Museum’s budget and forecast models.

Skills

Financial internal controls

Financial policies and procedures

Budget management

Bilingual communication

Education

University degree in financial management

Professional accounting designation

Job description

ME-07 - $93,418 to $114,572 per year

Permanent Full-time position (37.5 hours per week)

Work Location : Natural Heritage Campus (NHC) - Gatineau, QC

Selection process number: 2090-CMN-25-OC-031(2)

Your place at the Museum

We value diversity and believe we benefit from working in a place where everyone feels included and where the unique qualities and strengths inherent in a diverse workforce are combined. We welcome applications from persons who may identify as a member of one or more other equity seeking groups (for e.g. women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, religious or cultural minority).

You have a place at the Museum!

About the position

The Head, Finance Policies, Procedures and Budgeting develops and implements policies and procedures related to finance and procurement, develops and provides ongoing training and support to Museum staff regarding finance procedures and policies, assists with development and oversight of appropriate internal controls, and assists with the compilation and maintenance of the Museum’s budget and forecast models and data integrity.

Working at the museum means:

• Contributing to an engaging mission as well as exciting projects and challenges
• An inclusive, friendly and safe work environment
• A competitive salary established by collective agreements
• Access to federal public service group insurance and pension plans

Eligibility criteria

This position is open to all Employees of the Canadian Museum of Nature and any members of the public who meet the qualifications below.

• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Education and training:

Completion of a University degree, in a field relevant to financial management. This can be a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Accounting, a master’s in Business Administration, or a demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

A professional accounting designation, or a demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Language requirements:

English and French are essential.

Bilingualism imperative – Second language profile : CBC

Experience:

A minimum of 6 years’ of recent experience in:

• Developing, implementing, and monitoring financial internal controls;
• Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures;
• Developing and implementing financial procedures, including documentation and training;
• Developing and managing budget models and advising and guiding individuals with varying levels of financial expertise on budget development;
• Working in highly computerized environment.

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in :

• Designing, implementing, and monitoring financial internal controls;
• Communicating, collaborating and interacting with internal and external staff and external organizations (including auditors).
• Public Sector Accounting Standards is an asset.