Manager, Budget & Financial Reporting

Natural Factors; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Western Canada is seeking a Manager for Budget & Financial Reporting. This key leadership role involves overseeing the organization's budgets, financial reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and leadership skills, with a commitment to service excellence and collaboration across departments. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment focused on employee well-being.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave time

Competitive salaries

Retirement savings programs

Top-ups for maternal leaves

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of experience in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Five years in management or supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and management of budgets and financial reporting.
• Lead the finance team and foster collaboration across departments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Professional CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

About Bethany

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

Why Bethany?

We offer generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, retirement savings programs and top-ups for maternal leaves. We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.

For more information, check out this video about Working at Bethany.

Summary

The Manager, Budget & Financial Reporting is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the preparation, analysis and management of the organization’s budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. This role ensures financial accuracy, compliance with regulations, and strategic alignment with the financial and business plans for Bethany Care Society. This role will contribute to the financial integrity of the organization while fostering a culture of service excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement in line with Bethany Care Society’s mission, vision, and values. The ideal candidate possesses excellent technical and analytical skills, demonstrated leadership and management competencies, and an ability to work closely with other departments as a trusted partner.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Service Excellence:

• Champion Bethany's service excellence program while providing strong leadership to the Finance Department.
• Foster a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate strong, cooperative relationships between the Budgeting and Reporting section and other departments across the organization.
• Drive financial improvements that align with organizational goals and meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor finance team members, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

Budget Management

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of the annual budgeting process.
• Oversee monthly forecasting and variance analysis, working closely with budget owners.
• Collaborate with department leaders to prepare, review, and refine budget submissions.
• Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide financial forecasting and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making and planning.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare accurate, comprehensive, and timely financial statements and reports for both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency, compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Develop dashboards, presentations, and financial models for leadership review.
• Provide qualitative and quantitative data to demonstrate ongoing improvement in programs and services.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend actions for financial improvements.
• Support the preparation and analysis of Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) reporting.
• Prepare financial information, including budget costing and cost/benefit analyses, to assess the viability of new programs and services.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations, policies, and industry best practices.
• Lead audits and financial reviews, promptly addressing any findings or discrepancies.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Leverage financial software and systems to enhance reporting accuracy and automate processes.
• Manage financial and statistical information systems to ensure the integrity of collected information.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.

What You Bring:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional CPA designation is required

Experience:

• Eight+ years of progressive experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting, including a minimum of five years in a management or supervisory roles.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in GAAP and Not-for-Profit Accounting Standards (ASNPO), with strong proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with multifaceted and complex organizations with ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including macros, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis functions. Experience with Power BI for data visualization and reporting.
• Extensive accounting experience managing externally restricted funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and minimizing the risk of errors.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

Leadership Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal sills.
• Proven commitment to delivering exceptional customer service to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively with peers and colleagues to support Bethany's mission.

Strategic Thinking:

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, analyze complex financial data, and provide actional insights to leadership.

Ethics & Integrity

• High ethical standards and a commitment to transparency, accuracy, and accountability.

Adaptability

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs.

Continuous Learning

• A mindset geared towards learning, staying updated with industry trends, and applying knowledge to improve processes and service delivery.

Position Information:

• Posting Number: 25-8894
• Position Number: MGR-CP64-001
• Location: Corporate Services
• Classification: Manager, Budget & Finance
• Union: Non-Union
• FTE: 1.00
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Hours of Work: 0800-1615 hours
• Days of Work: Monday to Friday

How to Apply:

Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?

*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.

Apply Onlineat http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/ by submitting your resume and cover letter.

Please note this competition may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.

Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of education, as well as any relevant training courses completed.

Bethany Care Society complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to Bethany you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.