Manager, Financial Planning

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At Travel Alberta, we are redefining what it means to be a tourism and economic development leader in Canada. As the provincial destination management organization, we’ve embraced an ambitious goal: doubling Alberta’s tourism sector to $25 billion in annual visitor spending by 2035. This bold vision reflects our commitment to transforming Alberta into a premier destination for both visitors and investors, driving sustainable economic growth while creating unforgettable itineraries and experiences that showcase our breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage.

**Position Summary**

Reporting to the Director of Finance, our Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis leads Travel Alberta’s financial planning and analysis function, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial insight generation. This position is responsible for delivering accurate forecasts, building financial models, and providing meaningful analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Our manager oversees the annual budget cycle and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of financial planning. By analyzing financial trends and performance metrics, the Manager offers clear, actionable insights that inform executive decisions and support the achievement of key business objectives.

In partnership with internal stakeholders, our manager champions process improvement initiatives, applies strong accounting knowledge to strengthen financial practices, and ensures the organization’s financial planning aligns with its long-term strategic direction.

**Leadership and Collaboration**

Our Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis demonstrates strong people leadership by fostering a high-performance culture built on trust, accountability, and collaboration. This role demonstrates leadership by fostering strong relationships across the Finance team and with internal business partners. Through collaboration, influence, and clear communication, the manager creates a supportive environment where team members are empowered to grow, take initiative, and deliver exceptional results.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Planning**:

- Manage the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting activities that align with organizational goals and priorities.
- Provide training and support to internal teams on financial planning practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ensure complex projects are adequately funded and monitored throughout execution.
- Translate strategic objectives into actionable financial plans that support sustainable growth.

**Financial Modelling and Decision Support**:

- Lead the financial performance analysis process, including insight generation and management reporting.
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports to senior management and internal stakeholders.
- Support effective financial administration and ensure compliance with funding requirements and grant utilization.
- Promote transparency and accountability through timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting.

**Financial Governance for Project Delivery**:

- Oversee key vendor relationships and financial administration to ensure alignment with project scopes, timelines, and contractual obligations.
- Monitor and track total project costs against approved budgets and actual spend to date, enabling accurate variance analysis and proactive financial reporting.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain financial integrity of project scopes, ensuring detailed cost tracking and compliance with internal controls.

**Grant Financial Management and Compliance**:

- Oversee financial administration of grants, ensuring alignment with funding agreements, approved budgets, and organizational policies.
- Review grant expenditure tracking and financial reports prepared by team, assessing accuracy and working with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies to ensure compliance.
- Coordinate with program and finance teams to ensure compliance with grant terms, proper allocation of funds, and audit readiness.

**Process Improvement and Systems Enhancement**:

- Automate and streamline financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Refine workflows to align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
- Eliminate unnecessary administrative tasks to simplify procedures.
- Enhance reporting tools and systems to support better decision-making.
- Maintain and regularly update documentation for financial processes and tools.
- Support strategic vendor relationships through consistent financial management practices.
- Foster continuous improvement and learning through updated systems and tools.

**Stakeholder Engagement**:

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