Salary(s): FI3 $72,702.00 - $89,459.00 per year ; FI4 $79,870.00 - $98,878.00 per year
Closing Date: May 3, 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 Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Introduction
As one of Manitoba’s largest and most diverse employers, the Manitoba Government provides extensive career paths in the financial field, supporting a wide range of public programs and services. Financial professionals contribute to strategic planning, fiscal analysis, accounting, and audit activities that help departments manage resources responsibly and uphold strong comptrollership practices across government.
Duties:
Mid-level financial positions exist throughout government departments and involve a broad scope of responsibilities. Duties may include overseeing components of the Annual Estimates cycle such as budget development, strategic planning, and ongoing expenditure oversight; supporting strong and effective financial management through analysis, monitoring, financial systems administration, and preparation of operational and financial reports; and delivering accounting services including commitments, accruals, cost accounting, audit and review functions, reconciliations, and treasury-related activities. These roles operate within established legislation, policies, and the government’s comptrollership framework to provide informed advice that supports senior leadership and organizational decision-making.
Why Work for Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
Attractive salaries
Defined pension plan
Life insurance coverage
Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development¿ We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
Relevant post-secondary education including enrollment at the intermediate level of the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Program. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated experience adhering and interpreting accounting principles, standards and/or legislations.
In-depth experience in developing, assessing, and monitoring financial processes, internal controls, and/or conducting audits or reviews to assess evaluate compliance, make recommendations and improve existing processes and recommend improvements. (FI4 only)
Extensive experience in financial management within a complex environment including planning, budgeting, forecasting and expenditure control, and/or performing quantitative/qualitative analysis to support evidence-based decision-making.
In-depth experience applying accounting treatments in accordance with accepted standards, including researching, assessing, and advising on complex transactions to ensure consistent application of accounting guidelines. (FI4 only)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with conflicting deadlines.
Extensive experience in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel including manipulating large datasets, using complex formulas and pivot tables.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively, influence others, and communicate professionally with staff at all levels, senior leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare comprehensive analyses, reports, and documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
Effective verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly, logically, and appropriately to varied audiences.
Desired:
Experience working with SAP financial modules or comparable complex financial management systems to support reporting, analysis, and operational requirements.
Experience managing staff, including delivering leadership, coaching, and professional guidance to support employee growth and effective workplace performance. (FI4 only)
Demonstrated expertise in advanced financial modelling and complex financial analysis, including trend analysis and cost benefit analysis, supported by strong data analytics skills to inform evidence based decision making. (FI4 only)
Conditions of Employment:
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
A full Class 5 Driver's Licence without restrictions and the ability to travel, including overnight stays may be required for some positions.
Must provide and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.
Enhanced security screening may be required for some positions.
A satisfactory child abuse registry check and adult abuse registry check may be required for some positions.
WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.
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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