Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Location: Halifax Bedford Basin

Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis
Full time, Permanent

Hybrid, Nova Scotia

Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based association with 65 years' experience in providing exceptional services, solutions, policy support and expertise our customers can count on. Serving multiple organizations across the province of Nova Scotia, we are officially recognized as one of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada's Top Employers.
As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from applicants who self-identify from diverse communities and/or backgrounds.

We're excited to announce a new opportunity for a Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis as we continue to grow and expand our Corporate Solutions team.

Position Scope
The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) leads the financial and broad organizational planning function and supervises Financial Analysts, delivering high-quality financial reporting, forecasting, data, and analysis for informed decision-making. This role aligns financial planning with organizational goals, supports business cases and funding proposal development, and contributes to financial sustainability. The manager collaborates with the financial controller to ensure the month-end and year-end financial statements are reviewed with internal managers and adjustments and feedback are shared with the financial controller to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The manager also collaborates with the Financial Controller and organizational leaders on the annual budgeting and business planning process.

Role Duties

Lead and manage the Financial Analyst team, providing coaching, performance management, and professional development.

Collaborate with financial controller on the development and monitoring of organizational budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for internal managers.

Review and guide the preparation of financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses for internal stakeholders.

Oversee the reporting of financial results to key external stakeholders including government departments.

Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial alignment with operational goals and funding requirements.

Ensure compliance with internal controls and policies, funding agreements, and applicable accounting standards.

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

CPA designation (completed or in progress; CPA PEP enrollment required)

5-7 years of progressive FP&A experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role

Strong nonprofit financial management skills (budgeting, fund accounting, reporting)

Proven leadership, team management, and ability to handle multiple priorities

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management systems (e.g., Xero, Hubdoc, Approval Max)

Experience translating financial information for non-financial audiences

Background in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting within diverse, multi-portfolio environments

What We Offer
We offer a Competitive Compensation Package that includes:

An annual salary range from $89,721 to $108,227, commensurate with education and experience.

Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits:
Enjoy a robust cost-shared health and dental program to keep you and your family well-covered.

Top-Tier Pension Plan:
Benefit from our highly ranked defined benefit pension plan (NSHEPP), ensuring your long-term financial security.

Generous Vacation Time:
Start with 4 weeks of vacation plus the option to buy back additional days to suit your needs.

Wellness and Family Leave:
Take advantage of dedicated Wellness Days and Family Leave Days to support your personal and family life.

Annual Wellness Allowance:
Receive an annual allowance to support your well-being through various wellness initiatives.

Professional Development:
Access ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development to advance your career.

Application Process
Applications including resume and cover letter will be accepted until February 27th, 2026.

As an organization that supports a diverse workplace, we welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, age, religion, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political belief and affiliation.

Health Association Nova Scotia thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Did you know we have been one of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada's Top Employers for over 9 years in a row?

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