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Director, Financial Planning and Reporting
Location Canadian Museum of History
Job Code 10503
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To be an employee of the Museum is to:

  • Have the privilege of working for a Crown Corporation, and an internationally renowned institution, located on one of the most beautiful sites in the National Capital Region;
  • Advance your career within an inclusive, dynamic and stimulating work environment;
  • Work with an exceptional team of professionals who value your contribution, expertise, diverse opinions and continuous improvement;
  • Obtain a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

We are looking for a Director, Financial Planning and Reporting

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) and Senior Director of Finance, the Director, Financial Planning and Reporting is responsible for the management of a team of professionals to ensure financial control, analysis and accurate reporting of all financial data. The Director will counsel and provide advice to senior management and operational staff on all aspects of budgeting, accounting, financial policy, process, rules and regulations. The Director will also ensure that accounting standards and practices are respected by the Museum and contributes to the quarterly and annual corporate financial statements including working paper submission review and oversight.

What we are looking for:

  • Commitment and Mobilization;
  • Collaboration and Cooperation;
  • Strategic Thinking;
  • Accountable Management;
  • Innovation and Change.

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in:

  • Financial environment-government and/or private sector;
  • In the development, planning and implementation of financial strategies, policies and processes;
  • Financial planning and budgeting;
  • Accounting operations and auditing;
  • Managing employees.

Knowledge of:

  • CMH/CWM mandate, priorities and programs;
  • Financial administration and financial management practices and techniques;
  • Financial accounting and cost accounting principles and practices;
  • Government planning and budget control practices;
  • Financial analysis techniques such as cost benefit, NPV etc.; 
  • Management information and control systems;
  • Financial Administration Act;
  • Financial reporting techniques, systems and practices;
  • Roles and operating procedures of federal government central agencies and services;
  • Advanced functionality of Excel
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV or other FMIS.

Education: University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or Commerce. Professional designation required: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

Compensation: MG5 -$122,404 to $155,837
Status: Permanent Full-Time Position (# 10503)
Security Clearance: Enhanced Reliability
Location: 100, Laurier Street, Gatineau (Québec). Possibility of hybrid work. 

Language: CBC We encourage all candidates to submit their application, regardless of whether they believe they meet the linguistic requirements of the position. Qualified candidates will be sent for linguistic validation. 

Open to: Museum employees, external candidates and/or candidates from our inventory. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Apply no later than May 21 at 11:59 p.m. 

We thank all candidates for showing interest; however, only retained candidates will be contacted. Candidates must ensure their application clearly demonstrates how their experience meets the selection criteria. 

The masculine form is used in this document for the sole purpose of simplifying the text: it is not discriminatory in any way.

The Museum is committed to creating an organizational culture that fosters an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment for all. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including candidates from all cultures, racialized communities, all abilities, all sexual identities and genders, and anyone else who can contribute to the diversity of ideas. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment.

The Canadian Museum of History subscribes to the Employment Equity Act.

If you require an accommodation (including alternate formats of materials) in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Contact: Abiba Diarrassouba or Vincent Cantin at 819-776-8176 and 819-776-8532 or at competition@historymuseum.ca.

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