Director, Finance and Risk

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Director, Finance and Risk
Finance

Edmonton, Alberta

Permanent Full-Time

You have a mind for numbers and a heart dedicated to people.  Ensuring the organization maintains financial integrity, complies with all regulatory standards, and proactively manages risk, the Director, Finance and Risk is a trusted advisor to senior leadership and a collaborative partner across the enterprise, driving transformation in finance operations and delivering insights that contribute to long-term organizational success.

People are at the heart of everything we do. 

If you value service, care, excellence, trust and fairness, and want to lead a passionate, collaborative team doing meaningful work, join us in shaping the future with financial insights. Together, we’re refining how our organization makes informed, people-centered decisions.  You'll play an important role in making a difference that creates a safer, healthier and stronger Alberta by putting people first. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.

How you’ll make a difference: 

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, critical to your success is to oversee the financial operations of the organization, including accounting, financial reporting, compliance, strategic sourcing and vendor management, financial systems, and enterprise risk management (ERM). You will be a strategic leader and hands-on expert, integrating financial stewardship with innovation, modernization, and risk-aware decision-making.

Your responsibilities:

• Develop and implement approved accounting policies and procedures that ensure financial transparency, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.

• Lead the preparation and issuance of monthly and annual financial reporting, including Management Discussion & Analysis, financial statements and notes.

• Act as key liaison with external auditors; lead the audit process and ensure timely resolution of findings.

• Oversee strategic sourcing, procurement, contracting and vendor management to optimize operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Ensure full compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and internal policies; provide strategic guidance on emerging disclosure requirements such as IFRS sustainability standards.

• Champion the modernization of finance operations by adopting digital tools, automation, and enhanced data analytics aligned with organizational strategic goals.

• Lead the delivery of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program, integrating risk into decision-making and performance planning.

• Chair the Planning & Priorities Risk Management Sub-Committee and coordinate organization wide risk strategies. Identify, assess, and monitor enterprise risk in partnership with operational leaders.

• Identify, assess, and monitor key enterprise risks and report on risk management effectiveness to executive leadership and the board.

• Foster a culture of risk-informed decision-making and continuous improvement across the organization.

Your experience and skills:

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting. Further a CPA is required, and MBA or equivalent graduate degree is a strong asset.

• At least 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience in finance within complex and multi-faceted organizations.

• Expertise in financial operations, audit, compliance, and enterprise risk management.

• Proven success in leading high-performing finance teams and build trust with internal and external stakeholders. High ethical standards and integrity are essential as is a cooperative leadership style.

• Advanced knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, financial systems architecture and reporting tools.

• Demonstrated experience modernizing financial systems and processes.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to align financial operations to long-term organizational goals.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels, including boards and executive teams.

• Demonstrated ability to lead change and deliver impact through structured project and risk management approaches.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from physical office and home) that foster a healthy work-life balance. You’ll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative work environment. Take the next great step in your career and help us change lives. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook on our website: Employee Handbook.

As required by the position, the successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person in our Edmonton downtown office.  Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance and credit check as a condition of employment.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability.  Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Closing Date: October 5, 2025