Calgary Board of Education Looking for Lead, School Budgets (RAM) Supervisor at Calgary, AB Full Time

The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 131,000 students and 15,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Competition Close Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 @ 11:59 PM

Calendar: 12 Month

Salary: Exempt Grade F, $79,987 – $113,750

FTE: 1.0, 35 hours per week

This position is also responsible for analyzing internal corporate financial information and benchmarking financial information from external agencies and organizations related to school budgets. This position will analyze and prepare comparative evaluative reports for the Manager and Director on current and proposed Calgary Board of Education programs and initiatives. Analysis will include: assessment and evaluation of financial information, the preparation of reports, and the management of assigned projects.

The position further develops recommendations and implements approved strategies to maximize the effectiveness of Financial and Human Resource systems as they relate to school budgets. The Lead, School Budget (RAM) Supervisor will:

• Provide proactive leadership to support staff
• Be responsible for the assessment and evaluation of financial information, preparation of reports and management of assigned projects
• Complete accurate, timely preparation of CBE’s annual school-based budget and administration of allocation to schools (RAM)

The CBE understands the future of work is flexible. In this role, you are eligible to participate in a flexible work program that allows you to work remotely for up to three days a week. A minimum of two days must be in the office. At certain times, you maybe be required to work in the office more then 2 days per week based on operational requirements.

• Serves as a direct liaison between participants and stakeholders in the RAM process and ensures the creation, distribution, analysis and reporting of all aspects of the RAM, including all aspects related to budget and the underlying operating activities of the RAM (e.g. student counts and complexities). Facilitates RAM budget planning. Ensures that procedures, processes and timelines regarding student and school based allocations are understood by user groups and applied consistently across the organization.
• Provides leadership and support to Corporate Finance and the Planning and Reporting Department, regarding budgetary requirements, reporting requirements, and management reporting, as impacted by the RAM. Estimates and compiles information, or ensures the estimation or compilation, necessary to prepare and monitor the budget for Schools as resourced in the RAM. Monitors and Interprets Alberta Education regulations as well as CBE policies, regulations, procedures and practices in response to queries impacting the financial management of the RAM allocations.
• Communicates to RAM stakeholders and staff. Provides regular, ongoing updates to all stakeholders, and Planning and Reporting regarding status of budget amounts. Represents the RAM working group on system committees, as appropriate, in matters related to the RAM budgeting process. Works closely with stakeholders within the Corporate Financial Services department and ensures that the accountabilities of Corporate Finance are met.
• Facilitates or co-ordinates RAM analysis as required by various budget councils and committees. Co-ordinates and facilitates the maintenance of all RAM related areas which fall under the responsibility of the RAM stakeholders, including those participants within the various service units. Completes and verifies changes to accounts and monitors allocation amounts within the RAM. Initiates action to resolve discrepancies. Prepares adjustments and transfers as required. Compiles totals created within the RAM and reports in a timely and effective manner.
• Performs analysis and synthesis of financial information at program and corporate level for any strategic purposes. Uses analysis to prepare summary reports and for financial planning. May be required to conduct feasibility studies and financial impact assessments using cost benefit, trend and other forms of expenditure analysis to ensure efficient allocation of resources to schools within the Calgary Board of Education. Is responsible for the analysis of the Provincial Education Funding Framework, and prepares financial impact statements relating to changes or potential changes to the Funding Framework. Prepares ad-hoc financial reports for Administration. Researches, collects, interprets and analyses statistics and other research data related to the operation of the work unit and the Calgary Board of Education as a whole, relative to the provision of services to schools and documentation of results. Undertakes analysis of school based program budgets and expenditures as required, to support the management information needs of the CBE.
• Provides financial systems advice for new initiatives (Cognos) by determining end user needs, design, overall planning, testing and integration with existing systems (PeopleSoft and Oracle).
• Performs other related responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Recognized professional accounting designation (CMA, CGA, CA).
• University degree.
• Minimum of five years progressively more responsible experience, preferably in financial administration in a large public organization.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities and quantitative research skills.
• Ability to accurately comprehend government directives and legislation.
• An equivalent combination of directly related post-secondary education and directly related experience may be considered.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Ability to inspire trust and confidence at all levels internally and externally to the organization
• Leadership style that embraces tact and diplomacy
• Success in implementing change with the ability to achieve results through collaboration and interest-based approaches to problem solving and conflict resolution
• Ability to deal effectively with people
• Ability to work independently
• High level of written and verbal communication skills
• Competent in using a variety of computerized applications
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet deadlines

Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.