Manager Financial Operations and Analytics

Manitoba Government; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manitoba Government seeks a Manager Financial Operations and Analytics to lead financial management, analysis and advisory services within Emergency Management. You will coordinate budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and year-end activities for disaster recovery programs.

You will analyze financial information, support accounts receivable and reporting, ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards, and collaborate with partners to enable informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education plus enrollment at CPA Program (essential).
• Experience interpreting accounting principles and standards.
• Financial management experience in budgeting, forecasting and expenditure control.
• Experience applying accounting treatments per standards and advising on complex transactions.
• Strong ability to work independently with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial management, analysis and advisory services for emergency management and disaster recovery programs.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting and year-end activities.
• Administer complex disaster-related financial programs and recovery claims.
• Support accounts receivable, revenue recognition, reconciliations and audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies and accounting standards; collaborate with internal and external partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff management

Education

CPA Program enrollment

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Manager Financial Operations and Analytics

Regular/full-time

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Emergency Management

Advertisement Number: 45795

Salary(s): FI4 $79,870.00 - $98,878.00 per year

Closing Date: November 13, 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 6 months.

Preference may be given to current employees of the Manitoba Public Service.

Duties: Responsible for providing financial management, analysis, and advisory services in support of emergency management and disaster recovery programs. Duties include coordinating budgeting, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, and year-end activities; administering complex disaster-related financial programs and recovery claims; analyzing financial information and providing advice to management and stakeholders; supporting accounts receivable, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and audit requirements; and administering financial systems, project structures, and reporting tools to support program delivery and decision-making. The position works collaboratively with internal and external partners to ensure compliance with legislation, policies, accounting standards, and comptrollership requirements.

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

• Defined pension plan


• Life insurance coverage


• Long-Term Disability 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

Attractive salaries

• Attractive salaries

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

• Relevant post-secondary education including enrollment at the intermediate level of the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Program. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.


• Demonstrated experience adhering and interpreting accounting principles, standards and/or legislations.


• In-depth experience in developing, assessing, and monitoring financial processes, internal controls, and/or conducting audits or reviews to assess evaluate compliance, make recommendations and improve existing processes and recommend improvements.


• Extensive experience in financial management within a complex environment including planning, budgeting, forecasting and expenditure control, and/or performing quantitative/qualitative analysis to support evidence-based decision-making.


• In-depth experience applying accounting treatments in accordance with accepted standards, including researching, assessing, and advising on complex transactions to ensure consistent application of accounting guidelines.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with conflicting deadlines.


• Extensive experience in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel including manipulating large datasets, using complex formulas and pivot tables.


• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, influence others, and communicate professionally with staff at all levels, senior leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders.


• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare comprehensive analyses, reports, and documents with accuracy and attention to detail.


• Effective verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly, logically, and appropriately to varied audiences.


• Experience managing staff, including delivering leadership, coaching, and professional guidance to support employee growth and effective workplace performance.

Desired

• Experience working with SAP financial modules or comparable complex financial management systems to support reporting, analysis, and operational requirements.


• Demonstrated expertise in advanced financial modelling and complex financial analysis, including trend analysis and cost benefit analysis, supported by strong data analytics skills to inform evidence based decision making.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check