Opportunity Profile Chief Financial Officer & GM, Corporate Planning & Financial Services Location: Calgary About The City of Calgary The Calgary area, where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet, is a place of confluence where the sharing of ideas and opportunities naturally come together. Moh-kins-tsis, Otos-kwunee, Guts'istsl, Wicispa Oyade. These are the original names of this beautiful place we know as Calgary , in the languages of the First People who made this land their home. A great place to make a living, a great place to make a life Calgary is one of the most liveable cities on the planet, recently ranking fifth most liveable by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Here you will find diverse, inclusive neighbourhoods, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and a high quality of life. Calgary is a major transportation hub and attracts innovators and entrepreneurs. Recreation possibilities are endless, with 1000 kilometers of pathways, two river valleys, and the Rocky Mountain playground only a short drive away. With a new focus on digital transformation, Calgary is rapidly diversifying and maintaining its global appeal. Calgary is the third largest municipality in Canada, serving 1.5 million people. Calgary has: the highest personal income per capita of Canadas major cities, the highest head office concentration per capita in Canada, a growing startup and small business community ripe with opportunity, the highest GDP per capita of major Canadian cities. Calgarians are: young with an average age of 37, diverse the city is home to 41% visible minorities, active, with over 1000 km of pathways, and growing we have thousands of new people arriving annually from across Canada and the world. The City of Calgarys commitment to excellence has earned recognition both nationally and internationally. Awards for City operations highlight the vibrancy, efficiency and innovative nature of both the corporation and the city it serves. The Organization City of Calgary employees are building our future! Were 15,000 strong, a team of collaborative, positive, and passionate individuals who put citizens at the centre of everything they do. Civic leadership is actively engaged in building an inclusive public service environment where employees with diverse backgrounds, varied personalities, skills and experiences work together to provide exceptional municipal public service. Unified by a commitment to the common purpose of making life better every day, City of Calgary employees live out our One City, One Voice corporate culture in daily interactions with customers, citizens and each other. The shared values of individual responsibility and collective accountability define employee behaviours against the essential qualities of the organization, called the 4Cs: Character, Competence, Commitment and Collaboration. The City of Calgary, as an organization, has a culture that encourages innovation and collaboration and is committed to help employees grow and thrive in their career. The City offers flexible work arrangements, as well as competitive wages, pension and benefits. The Role: CFO & GM, Corporate Planning & Financial Services Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the CFO & General Manager, Corporate Planning and Financial Services (CFO) is an active member of the Executive Leadership Team, who collectively develops the overall strategic direction and plans for The City of Calgary and ensures the effective and efficient execution of Council priorities and services to the citizens of Calgary. The CFO provides inclusive leadership and direction to a department of about 775 people and ensures that each of the business unit services within CPFS are consistent with the mission of providing the best possible experience to residents of the City of Calgary. The role, as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, leads overall policy development for the department, develops strategic plans, leads/sponsors key projects and initiatives, and directs the implementation of these policies/projects/initiatives/plans within the CPFS department. Key Accountabilities Leadership and Organizational Culture: Provide vision, strategic leadership, and direction to the management team, ensuring effective and responsive delivery of programs and services. Lead, coach, and mentor employees to achieve operational and strategic objectives, developing a cohesive and motivated team. Lead and foster a collaborative approach promoting psychological and physical safety, health, and wellness and utilize strategies that emphasize a workforce that reflects the vibrant community we serve. Identify capabilities needed to meet current and emerging business needs, evaluate gaps, and prioritize development activities. Strategic Planning and Governance: Collaborate with the Chief Administrative Officer and Council to identify short-medium and long-term strategic priorities and lead the development of strategic, business, and operational plans. Develop and oversee the implementation of strategic plans with an emphasis on cross-departmental collaboration and achieving synergies. Direct the development of annual and long-term business plans for each business unit, ensuring alignment with strategy and quantifying business outcomes (KPIs). Ensure the department has a clear mission and a strategic vision for success with the necessary resources to achieve it. Financial Management and Accountability: Ensure the financial capacity of the organization is effectively managed. Take overall responsibility for designing, developing, and delivering the organization's financial management and control strategy. Develop and recommend annual operating and capital budgets and operational plans for Councils approval. Ensure sound financial controls, governance, accounting, financial reporting, and internal control procedures to meet fiduciary, regulatory, and partner reporting requirements. Plan, direct, and oversee financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and treasury functions. Oversee departmental operating budgets and ensure effective financial planning and management processes. Performance Management and Risk Mitigation: Set and lead the delivery of annual and long-term departmental objectives, manage and report on performance, and take corrective action where necessary. Ensure that systems provide relevant, reliable, and timely information for sound operational, policy, and strategic decisions. Develop and implement comprehensive risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of identified risks. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain a focus on municipal needs, collaborating with other departments, the Chief Administrative Officer, and City Council. Identify and manage municipal needs through cross-departmental collaboration and engagement with key partners. Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for synergies and coordinated efforts. The Person Qualifications and Experience Post-Secondary degree in a related discipline and financial designation (i.e. CPA-CA). A related Masters degree (i.e MBA or MPA), is strongly preferred but optional. Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial management experience, with at least 5 years at the senior management level, preferably within a large, complex and diversified organization. Public sector experience, particularly municipal government experience is highly desirable. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Skills and Attributes Financial Acumen : Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. Uses sophisticated analysis and modeling to determine the returns and risks associated with investments; consistently makes wise choices in this area. Creates systems to gain a clear and accurate picture of organizational performance. Strategic Mindset : Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. For example, is a strong big-picture thinker; makes frequent, clear references to The City's vision and strategy and the efforts required to drive them forward. Effectively integrates long-term opportunities and challenges with day-to-day activities. Manages Resources: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with departmental and City-wide goals. For example, makes nimble plans accounting for a range of risks and contingencies. Achieves greater cohesion, collaboration, integration, and alignment between own group and other areas. Both persistent in adversity and nimble in change. Drives Vision & Purpose: Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action. For example, is a strong champion for The City's vision; energizes people to commit to this long-term direction. Regularly and enthusiastically describes how people's efforts make a difference. Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, enhances and improves collaboration among coworkers and across departments. Solicits ideas from diverse colleagues, leaves space in conversation for them; gives credit well and generously. Political Acumen: Maneuvers comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related dynamics. For example, has a clear grasp of departmental culture and political dynamics throughout The City; helps people make connections and thrive. Secures the vigorous commitment and enthusiasm of champions and advocates. Optimizes team resources across multiple objectives to maximize their value. Change & Innovation : Leads organizational change, facilitating innovative approaches to problems, supporting and empowering staff to take calculated risks to improve service delivery and customer experience. Leads and Develops Others: Through an inclusive leadership approach, develops people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals. Creates a development focused culture, supporting others' development efforts. Establishes ongoing programs and processes to facilitate the development of all talent. Coaches and mentors key talent. Compensation A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary and excellent benefits. A relocation package will be provided if required. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview. Diversity and Inclusion Commitment The City of Calgary, is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of the 4Cs: Character, Competence, Commitment and Collaboration including equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 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Chief Financial Officer GM Corporate Planning Financial Services