Job ID: 172394
Chief Financial Officer
PEI Liquor Control Commission
Permanent Position
3 Garfield Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island C1A 6A4
1 Position available
Published on: April 21, 2026
Expires on: May 6, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
The PEI Liquor Commission is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior management position that provides effective leadership and management for the financial administration of the Prince Edward Island Liquor Control Commission (PEILCC) and the Prince Edward Island Cannabis Management Commission (PEICMC) so as to maximize revenue returns to the Province. The position is responsible to provide strategic leadership and direction in the areas of financial management including budgeting, forecasting and analysis, capital, audit, materials management, financial planning and procurement and Information Technology. The CFO is a member of the executive management teams for both the PEILCC and PEICMC providing strategic and overall general operations advice to the CEO, other Directors, and the Board of Directors.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Provides effective leadership and direction to senior leaders of the LCC and CMC on all matters pertaining to financial management including budgeting, forecasting and analysis, audit, contract management, lease management, financial planning and IT management.
- Provides high quality advice, assistance, and information to the CEO, the Board of Directors, and other divisions pertaining to strategic and operational planning.
- Assists the CEO and Directors in the development and promotion of the LCC and CMC broad goals (long and short term) and priorities into objectives, guidelines, policies, programs and standards.
- As a member of the Executive Management Team, the CFO leads the LCC and CMC innovation initiatives as they relate to finance and information technology, coordinating project design and implementation, and establishing evaluation criteria.
- Is responsible to represent the LCC at various national and regional advisory committees and working groups.
- Identify, acquire and implement systems and software to provide critical financial and operational information and ensures effective program systems are in place.
- Assists the Executive Management Team in long range financial planning.
- Directs the budget planning, forecasting and reporting processes including the provision of leadership in setting financial objectives for the LCC and CMC.
- Advises and assists directors and managers in quarterly forecasting and annual budgetary preparations.
- Develops annual operating and capital budgets.
- Ensures completion of variance analysis for program areas where there may be budgetary difficulties.
- Directs the financial analysis process, including identifying priorities for analysis.
- Directs the gathering, analyzing and reporting of financial and other information to facilitate evidence-based decision making.
- Monitors the actual performance against the budget.
- Develops and establishes controls to monitor the budget administration and to evaluate the planning process.
- Ensures the LCC and CMC complies with all relevant legislation and guidelines with respect to financial matters.
- Ensures compliance with tendering and contract procedures.
- Oversees the preparation of the annual budget.
- Other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have a Degree in Business Administration and a Professional accounting designation.
- Requires extensive leadership and financial management experience at a senior level and demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence and ability to motivate staff.
- Extensive knowledge working with procurement and contracts.
- Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance related issues.
- Requires strong organizational, interpersonal, conflict resolution and team building skills.
- Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of computer applications, infrastructure and security is essential.
- Knowledge of and extensive experience with integrated point of sale systems.
- Ability to plan and think strategically.
- Excellent analytical, reasoning and problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of Customs and Excise regulations as they pertain to liquor and cannabis.
- Ability to balance a demanding workload with competing priorities.
Other Qualifications:
- Additional related education and experience is an asset.
Please Note: 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.
Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.
Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.
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The Public Service is inspired to make a positive impact and proud to shape the future of our Island Community.
BENEFITS
- 4 weeks paid vacation annually, as per the Terms and Conditions for Excluded Employees
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits
- Pension Plan
- Up to $1000 annual departmental training funds
