Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities.

Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job Details :

• Job category : Accounting and finance
• Job posting ID : 6285
• Employment status : Temporary full-time
• Position's anticipated end date : 2026-10-02
• Classification : PTS / MGT / IT B
• Salary / Rate of pay : $138,448.00 - 189,348.00
• Application deadline : 2024-09-03

Application requirements :

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives.

Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

About the role :

Canadian Blood Services (CBS) is looking for a Temporary Full-Time Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our dynamic Finance & Corporate Services division.

The work of a Director, Financial Planning & Analysis is integral to Canadian Blood Services' role as Canada's Biological Lifeline.

The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) oversees the Finance business partner function, supporting both annual planning and in-year financial management.

This role involves collaborating with the Director of Strategic Financial Management for long-term financial planning and strategic investment costing, ensuring strong integration and excellent internal customer experience.

Additionally, the Director works with the Director of Financial Reporting and Services to provide financial information for board, committee, and executive management reporting.

They also represent finance in the Management Business Review (MBR) and attend the Executive Business Review (EBR) to support in-year financial performance reviews, partnering with various directors to manage corporate portfolio reporting at EBR and Executive Management Team (EMT) meetings.

Overall, the Director, FPA ensures strong integration and collaboration across teams, providing critical input to the CBS Financial Authority Framework.

Formula for Success :

• Using your strategic thinking and leadership skills, build and focus strategies for the respective organization to enable the broader CBS vision.
• Leveraging your change management skills, deliver the transformation agenda and facilitate the key changes required to improve strategy execution and develop a high-functioning integrated team.
• Employing a continuous improvement approach, seek ways to continuously improve performance as well as meet and surpass goals.
• Utilizing your strong people leadership capabilities, recognize and motivate employees by acknowledging their achievements.
• Using effective resource allocation, ensure employees have the necessary resources and tools to achieve objectives.
• Drawing on your risk management skills, identify key areas of in-year financial risk and provide transparent information to support decision-making.
• Harnessing your business transformation skills, ensure a commitment to optimizing financial tools and processes.
• Using your financial acumen, analyze and provide solutions to challenges related to financial policies and procedures.
• Leveraging your collaborative skills, develop and maintain relationships with Finance managers and colleague directors.

Desired Education & Skills :

• Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution.
• Preferably a CA, CGA or CMA designation.
• Equivalent experience managing a similar function would be considered an alternative.
• Six years of related, progressive management experience within a financial environment at a senior level.
• Knowledge of regulated industry standards and with ISO 9000, TQM, cGMP or an equivalent is required.
• Depth and breadth of experience in financial modelling and analysis.
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of financial planning and RFP Development.

What we offer you :

• Payment in lieu for vacation
• Annual performance award up to 12%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resource

What you can expect :

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time.
• Occasional travel to attend meetings in Ottawa as required.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career.

Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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