Program manager Jobs in Richmond, BC

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic and diverse team of professional staff (CPAs) in delivering consolidated financial reports (monthly/quarterly/annual/ad hoc) and coordinating year-end financial audits at ACA. Under the general direction of the Director, External Financial Reporting, the Manager – External Financial Reporting will lead and support the Financial Reporting team in delivering financial reporting services within the ACA consolidated environment (i.e. Provincial Health Corporation controlled entities). The Manager - External Financial Reporting will primarily be focused on external reporting and associated elements, but may be required to assist with review of financial reports for internal reporting and accountable grants. This job will encompass a variety of projects and tasks which could include leading the preparation consolidated financial statements and coordination of the external audit process from planning and execution to final fieldwork and reporting of audit results for ACA and its controlled entities, reviewing and/or preparing accurate, relevant, reliable, and timely financial reporting to senior executive, the Board, Hospital and Surgical Health Services, and the public. This will include coordination of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements preparation, and other reporting as required, leading the research of technical accounting issues and coordinating the preparation of regulatory returns such as charity returns and T2s for ACA controlled entities.

Description:

This position is a key leadership role in the External Financial Reporting Group and will be based in Edmonton or Calgary. It is a full-time assignment expected to start in October 2026. The position is responsible for leading the preparation and coordination of key financial reports including the annual audited consolidated financial statements, quarterly and monthly financial statements and other ad hoc reports for ACA and its controlled entities. This position will encompass a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following: Planning and coordinating the annual external audit process as the key audit focal point for ACA, from planning and execution to final fieldwork and reporting of audit results. Developing, implementing and reviewing processes, primarily related to the Consolidated Financial Statements, to ensure compliance to policies, technical accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Technical Accounting Research - Providing coaching and training by interpreting technical accounting standards (Specifically PSAS) to ensure transactions are appropriately accounted for and disclosed. Providing support to various areas in Finance in compliance with the requirements of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and support in preparation of accounting position papers for new and recurring accounting issues. Resource Management and coaching - Coordinating and allocating workload assignments while coaching and supervising professional staff. Providing leadership and direction to staff through expert advice, interpretation of policies and procedures, and resolution of accounting and reporting issues. Preparation and/or review of charitable/tax returns and where relevant, coordinating tax research. Coaching, supervision and development of professional staff.

• Classification: Program Manager
• Union: Exempt
• Unit and Program: Corporate Finance
• Location Details: Eligible to work remotely within Alberta
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026
• Date Available: 09-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $45.23
• Maximum Salary: $77.51
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
• Classification: Program Manager
• Union: Exempt
• Unit and Program: Corporate Finance
• Primary Location: Seventh Street Plaza
• Location Details: Eligible to work remotely within Alberta
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 30-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $45.23
• Maximum Salary: $77.51
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or similar is required. Chartered Professional Accounting designation is preferred. Other professional accounting designations plus relevant experience may also be considered. Minimum of 8 years of progressive management or leadership responsibility in a financial reporting or auditing role in an organization of significant size, complexity, and diversity. Strong understanding and demonstrable current working knowledge of Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards including related accounting practices and policies with the ability to research PSAS. Demonstrated experience in leading, managing and mentoring professional staff.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Ability to develop and maintain effective collaborative working relationships within Finance, the external auditors and other stakeholders as necessary. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Good organizational and prioritization skills. Ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple, sometimes conflicting, assignments to deliver on time with high-quality deliverables Strong Microsoft Office product skills, specifically Word and Excel. Leadership skills including demonstrated ability and comfort with independent decision-making responsibilities, coaching and teaching, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others. Ability to deal with highly complex and sensitive matters in a professional manner. Ability to work independently with guidance in only the most complex situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to individuals with related current health care reporting experience, specifically Public Sector Accounting Standards, and in a supervisory role. Experience as an audit manager or equivalent in performing complex financial statement public sector audits is preferred. Other Qualifications that would be considered an asset are: Knowledge of NPO tax return preparation (charity returns, T2s). Experience with CPA student mentorship.

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