Finance Manager

Finance Manager

FI5 Financial Officer 5

Regular/full-time

Department of Families

Child and Youth Services ; Finance

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45745

Salary(s): FI5 $83,123.00 - $109,034.00 per year

Closing Date: November 23, 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 women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Preference to internal candidates may be applied.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form and resume. See below for further instructions. Note: Only those who submit an application screening form and resume will be considered.

Click here to access the application form.

The Department of Families is seeking a highly skilled and strategic financial leader to serve as Finance Manager, Authorities and Agencies. In this key leadership role, you will provide senior-level financial planning, analysis, reporting, and advisory services for the Child and Family Services Division, ensuring sound fiscal management and accountability across a large and complex service delivery environment. The incumbent will work closely with executive leadership, central government agencies, and external partners to support informed decision-making, long-term financial sustainability, and effective stewardship of public resources

Duties:
The Finance Manager is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and oversight for the Child and Family Services Division. The role leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis; provides expert advice to senior leadership; oversees financial controls and accountability processes; and supervises a team delivering financial management services. The position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to support effective decision-making and sound stewardship of public resources.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and significant related financial management experience, preferably in a large, complex organization. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, government financial practices, and accountability frameworks.
• Experience providing financial advice and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with experience leading teams and building effective relationships.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills
• Proficiency with financial systems and software, including Microsoft Excel and SAP.

• Experience working in a public sector environment.
• Knowledge of government financial management practices and accountability frameworks.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45745

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: [email protected]

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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