The Executive Director of Finance provides executive leadership and high-level operational oversight for a provincial division within HPEI. The ED will work collectively with the ED team to operationalize organizational priorities, recognizing that success at the ED level requires strong collaboration across the entire system. The role includes participating in strategic planning, collaborating with the CEO, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Board of Directors to promote Health PEI’s vision and strategic priorities. The ED translates these priorities into actionable system level outcomes, guidelines, policies, and standards for healthcare services, ensuring high standards of service delivery and compliance with health service legislation. Additionally, the ED is a subject matter expert and advises on specific department and program areas, engages with various stakeholders, and champions health system innovation and project implementation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or a related field.
• A CPA is required.
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, Business, or a related field is an asset.
• Extensive senior leadership experience in complex public or NFP healthcare systems or service delivery organizations.
• Proven track record managing multi-million dollar budgets and significant human resources (50 to 5000+ employees).
• Extensive experience in strategic planning, development, implementation, and execution
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations, policies, and best practices, or relevant experience in a highly regulated, 24/7 environment within a complex, multi-site organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and financial performance
• Extensive experience representing the organization in provincial and national settings, including media, forums, and legislative appearances.
• Extensive experience in Board-governed organizations, supporting Boards and Board committees.
• Extensive experience in managing strategic initiatives and delivering services or programs to clients and/or the public, with a preference for experience in health or social program delivery.
• Experience collaborating with government and non-government agencies, professional groups, unions, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skill in establishing relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, leadership, conflict resolution, and collaborative skills, with the ability to plan and think strategically.
• Proficiency in various computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and financial and clinical information systems.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including managing diverse teams, driving organizational change, and leading cross-functional groups.
• Strong decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government, HPEI Board, union partners, auditors, postsecondary institutions, and media outlets.
• Ability to act as a spokesperson for the organization with local and national media outlets.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
  Salary Range: $65.07 - $81.35 per hour (Grade 29)
  Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly / Mon - Fri
  Posting ID: 169403
  Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
  

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $65.07-$81.35 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Charlottetown, PE C1A 6A

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of system wide priorities and actively contribute to initiatives beyond immediate scope. This integrated approach ensures that leadership efforts are cohesive, strategic, and in service of the broader mandate of Health PEI.
• Promote Health PEI’s vision and strategic direction by collaborating with the CEO, ELT, SOT, and Board of Directors, translating high-level goals into actionable objectives and system standards.
• Provide executive-level leadership and oversight for a provincial division, ensuring services align with strategic priorities and operational objectives.
• Offer expert advice to the relevant Chief, ELT, Board of Directors, and other EDs on strategic and operational planning, based on data, legislation, policy, and best practice.
• Lead efforts to uphold Health PEI’s reputation and service excellence, ensuring high standards of delivery and continuous quality improvement.
• Helps maintain Health PEI’s accreditation by ensuring compliance with national standards and fostering a culture of quality improvement.
• Provide strategic and operational guidance on divisional programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Participate in ELT meetings, executive scrum meetings, government briefings, and strategic forums to inform decision making and organizational planning.
• Lead the development, interpretation, and implementation of legislation, policies, financial standards and clinical operational guidelines to support divisional functions and system priorities.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to internal controls, policies and standards aligned with Health PEI’s strategic goals and corporate objectives.
• Align divisional goals with Health PEI’s strategic priorities and contribute to system-wide planning.
• Ensure all provincial services and programs within the organization and/or division are delivered efficiently and effectively
• Lead efforts to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the division. Ensure continuous improvement through regular review of policies, procedures, and program frameworks.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with governmental and non-governmental organizations to support legislative and regulatory compliance, including partnerships with the Department of Health and Wellness, Department of Finance, and other provincial departments.
• Represent Health PEI and/or the division at provincial, regional, and federal/provincial/territorial meetings, advisory committees, and working groups to advance system-level collaboration and policy development.
• Serve as chair or executive sponsor for transformation workstreams, provincial committees, and working groups that align with Health PEI’s strategic priorities.
• Foster relationships that support the integration of programs and services across Health PEI, including collaboration at the ED level to align operational, HR, and quality initiatives
• Collaborate with Chiefs and EDs on workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession strategies.
• Shares in overall management responsibility with the Director of Financial Planning and Audit to ensure a balanced managerial workload.
• Establishes a calendar of deliverables in relation to HPEI and Provincial work and reporting timelines.
• Continue to update Financial Management Practices related to Hiring.
• Provide oversight and coordination of Treasury Board submissions and Information Management.
• Document and calendarize reporting and planning processes in conjunction with other HPEI leadership.
• Create contract management capacity for HPEI.
• Work with Materials Management to optimized procurement practices for HPEI and various Healthcare Foundations.
• Ensure the balance of investment in systems technology, including advanced data management related to Business Intelligence and staffing levels.
• Ensure the efficient use of trained staff and equitable workload distribution across the division.
• Support staff development through performance management, coaching, and access to learning opportunities.
• Maintain positive labor relations and effective communication with unions to support staff morale and workplace health and safety.
• Ensure timely completion of performance reviews and implementation of staff development plans.
• Oversee orientation, training, and competency development programs for all service areas.
• Ensure job descriptions and organizational structures are current and aligned with operational needs.
• Monitor divisional budgets, resource allocation, and financial performance to ensure cost effective service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and proactively address budgetary risks.
• Maintain up to date financial signing authorities and oversee financial planning for new initiatives or regulatory changes.
• Ensure Treasury Board submissions are completed, tracked, reviewed, and submitted to the Chief in a timely manner to prevent delays in the implementation of key initiatives.