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At Travel Alberta, we are redefining what it means to be a tourism and economic development leader in Canada. As the provincial destination management organization, we've embraced an ambitious goal: doubling Alberta's tourism sector to $25 billion in annual visitor spending by 2035. This bold vision reflects our commitment to transforming Alberta into a premier destination for both visitors and investors, driving sustainable economic growth while creating unforgettable itineraries and experiences that showcase our breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Finance, our Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis leads Travel Alberta's financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial insight generation. This position is responsible for delivering accurate forecasts, building financial models, and providing meaningful analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Our manager oversees the annual budget cycle and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of financial planning. By analyzing financial trends and performance metrics, the Manager offers clear, actionable insights that inform executive decisions and support the achievement of key business objectives.

In partnership with internal stakeholders, our manager champions process improvement initiatives, applies strong accounting knowledge to strengthen financial practices, and ensures the organization's financial planning aligns with its long-term strategic direction.

Leadership and Collaboration

Our Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis demonstrates strong people leadership by fostering a high-performance culture built on trust, accountability, and collaboration. This role demonstrates leadership by fostering strong relationships across the Finance team and with internal business partners. Through collaboration, influence, and clear communication, the manager creates a supportive environment where team members are empowered to grow, take initiative, and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Planning:

• Manage the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities that align with organizational goals and priorities.

• Provide training and support to internal teams on financial planning practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Ensure complex projects are adequately funded and monitored throughout execution.

• Translate strategic objectives into actionable financial plans that support sustainable growth.

Financial Modelling and Decision Support:

• Lead the financial performance analysis process, including insight generation and management reporting.

• Prepare and present detailed financial reports to senior management and internal stakeholders.

• Support effective financial administration and ensure compliance with funding requirements and grant utilization.

• Promote transparency and accountability through timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting.

Financial Governance for Project Delivery:

• Oversee key vendor relationships and financial administration to ensure alignment with project scopes, timelines, and contractual obligations.

• Monitor and track total project costs against approved budgets and actual spend to date, enabling accurate variance analysis and proactive financial reporting.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain financial integrity of project scopes, ensuring detailed cost tracking and compliance with internal controls.

Grant Financial Management and Compliance:

• Oversee financial administration of grants, ensuring alignment with funding agreements, approved budgets, and organizational policies.

• Review grant expenditure tracking and financial reports prepared by team, assessing accuracy and working with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies to ensure compliance.

• Coordinate with program and finance teams to ensure compliance with grant terms, proper allocation of funds, and audit readiness.

Process Improvement and Systems Enhancement:

• Automate and streamline financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Refine workflows to align with organizational goals and industry best practices.

• Eliminate unnecessary administrative tasks to simplify procedures.

• Enhance reporting tools and systems to support better decision-making.

• Maintain and regularly update documentation for financial processes and tools.

• Support strategic vendor relationships through consistent financial management practices.

• Foster continuous improvement and learning through updated systems and tools.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives.

• Partner with tourism investment program managers and business units to streamline financial procedures.

• Promote a collaborative environment that supports effective communication, problem-solving, and knowledge sharing.

• Engage with internal stakeholders to support financial literacy and foster alignment across departments.

Education, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or a related discipline.

Certifications:

• CPA or CFA qualification required.

• MBA is considered an asset.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.

• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role.

• Experience in financial planning and performance monitoring for complex projects.

Technical Skills:

• Experience and an understanding of financial management software (e.g., MS Dynamics, NAV, SAP, QuickBooks).

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office 365.

• Expert financial modeling and analytical skills.

• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial performance analysis, and management reporting.

Strategic and Analytical Skills:

• Ability to align financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting with Travel Alberta's strategic objectives.

• Experience analyzing financial data to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities that inform long-term decision-making.

• Skilled at translating complex financial information into actionable insights for senior leadership.

• Demonstrated capability to support organizational goals through effective resource allocation and financial scenario planning.

• Strong understanding of the business environment and its impact on financial performance and planning.

Communication Skills:

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

• Able to effectively communicate financial information to non-technical stakeholders.

• Effective communicator with the ability to present complex financial data in clear and compelling ways while communicating financial matters effectively to senior leadership and external stakeholders.

• Collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and a consultative approach to stakeholder engagement.

Workplace Effectiveness:

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Must be able to adapt quickly and operate effectively within new and challenging environments.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

• Results-driven mindset focused on achieving performance goals.
  *We kindly thank all agency partners, we will NOT require support to fill this role. We kindly request no phone calls nor emails*

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