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Join us in helping drive the transformation of financial forecasting and reporting at the Ministry of Health

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial stewardship, public service, and system improvement? The Ministry of Health is looking for a forward-thinking financial leader to lead the development of tools and processes to support ministry-wide financial forecasting, analysis and reporting of expenditures to support decision making, financial planning and funding oversight. This is a pivotal role with far-reaching impact on how public funds are managed to support health services for Ontarians.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of financial strategy, data-driven planning, and organizational transformation. You will guide a dedicated team, support executive decision-making, and contribute to the ministry's transition to a modern enterprise financial system. Your work will help ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity in financial management across the ministry.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where you can apply your financial expertise, foster a strong and collaborative team culture, and contribute to sustainable change in Ontario's health system, we encourage you to apply.

The Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, together.

A career in the Ontario Public Service is driven by a passion for creating a stronger Ontario. If you share this ambition, we are fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where employees have the tools and opportunities they need to be fulfilled and inspired to move Ontario forward. Our leaders enjoy:

Purpose-driven culture: Be part of a dynamic leadership team dedicated to serving 15 million Ontarians. Your leadership will drive long-term impact and contribute to public service excellence.
Empowering work environment: Thrive in an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the population we serve. Enjoy a culture of holistic well-being, flexibility, and safety, with tailored work arrangements to suit your life stage. Our modern, friendly, and accessible workplaces support you in bringing your authentic self to work and exploring your full potential.
Expansive leadership opportunities: Benefit from endless growth opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to lead across various sectors. In the Ontario Public Service, your leadership journey can span multiple ministries and functions.
Recognition and Rewards: Your efforts will be recognized both formally and informally, ensuring you feel valued and supported. We offer competitive salaries with performance-based pay, a defined-benefit pension plan, and comprehensive benefits that support your holistic wellness. Enjoy a range of vacation and leave options, along with access to employee and family assistance programs and inclusive counselling services.

About the job

At the Ontario Public Service, we hold our leaders to the highest standards, expecting them to embody authenticity, accountability, and courage in every action and decision. As a leader, you'll be at the forefront of creating a dynamic work environment that sparks innovation, fosters collaboration, and champions inclusivity. We value a diverse, anti-racist, and accessible workplace where everyone feels safe and respected. By embracing these values, you'll help build a vibrant team culture where every individual can thrive. Your leadership will inspire and motivate your team to achieve their best, aligning their efforts with our strategic vision.

To succeed in this role, you will:

Oversee the coordination of ministry-wide forecasting, in-year expenditure management, and financial reporting to support quarterly and year-end fiscal planning.
Develop and deliver briefings, analysis, and financial tools to support executive decision-making and ministry accountability.
Contribute to the implementation of new enterprise-wide financial systems and tools that enhance forecasting and planning capabilities.
Lead issues management, including coordinating audit responses and other requests related to financial matters.

Promote a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and excellence within your team and across the ministry.

Meet Your New Team

You will be part of the senior management team within the Financial Management Branch. The branch supports the Ministry of Health by overseeing financial planning, forecasting, transfer payment administration, and in-year financial management. The branch plays a critical role in delivering financial services that support Ontario's health care system.

Our team values openness, inclusivity, and continuous learning. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and every team member is encouraged to contribute ideas that drive innovation and process improvement.

In this role, you will report to and be supported by Helder Marcos, Director of the Financial Management Branch. Helder has 20 years experience in the Ontario Public Service in both line ministry and central agency roles. He is a people-focused leader who is dedicated to life-long learning and continuous improvement and values the importance of building strong relationships across the organization. For more information, you can email Helder directly at helder.marcos@ontario.ca.

You will support a team of 11, including one Finance Manager, and will collaborate with manager colleagues who share a commitment to public service, financial excellence, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful change while developing your team and your own leadership journey.

What you bring to the team

Leadership and People Management Skills

Demonstrated leadership behaviours, attributes and mindsets aligned with OPS leadership expectations to support organizational vision and future readiness.
Expertise in fostering collaborative, engaged, and inclusive teams where diverse perspectives are welcomed.
Capacity to guide staff through organizational change, aligning efforts toward shared goals and continuous improvement.
Proficiency in mentoring, coaching, and developing individuals while balancing complex priorities and delivering high-profile results.

Financial Forecasting and Data Analysis

Expertise in developing and managing financial forecasting models to support in-year and multi-year expenditure planning.
Skilled in analyzing large and complex financial datasets to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Ability to translate data into actionable insights that support executive decision-making and drive fiscal strategy.
Experience building tools and frameworks that enhance forecasting accuracy and consistency across divisions.
Strong understanding of public sector financial policies, funding models, and controllership requirements.

Strategic Thinking, Continuous Improvement and Project Management Skills

Expertise in reviewing financial and operational processes to identify challenges and design innovative, sustainable improvements.
Track record in leading business process improvements, system transformation initiatives, and operational redesign projects.
Competence in planning, coordinating, and managing projects involving multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables.

Relationship and Communications Skills

Client-focused approach with the ability to evaluate options and communicate clear, strategic advice to support ministry goals.
Strength in building and sustaining productive partnerships with colleagues, external agencies, and senior leadership.
Effective communication skills to develop clear briefings, deliver presentations, and address complex issues for diverse audiences.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

Senior Manager, Financial Management Analysis and Reporting Unit