Director, Financ Plan & Analysis

Proudly Canadian. Driven by Purpose. Rooted in Care. Join a national team where people, purpose, and community come first. Western Financial Group was named a 2025 Top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business Canada and is home to more than 2,300 team members supporting over one million customers across 200+ locations across Canada. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - Remote in Calgary or Winnipeg

Here's what you will spend your time doing

Strategic Leadership Build, drive, and sustain a high‑performance team through coaching and development. Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of Western’s financial planning and analysis function. Strengthen Western’s financial business partnership model, positioning FP&A as a strategic driver of business insights and decisions. Foster accountability, collaboration, and transformation across Finance and business units. Model and communicate Western’s Guiding Principles, embedding them as the foundation of our inclusive culture. Financial Planning & Analysis Lead annual and ongoing financial planning cycles—forecasting, budgeting, and capital/resource allocation. Build and maintain financial models that incorporate revenue forecasting, commission structures, and claims analysis. Provide actionable insights to support investment decisions, operational efficiency, and business growth. Monitor financial risks, including market dynamics, interest rate changes, and insurance product performance. Deliver analysis that drives cost optimization and enhances financial integrity. Business Partnership & Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, delivering strategic financial recommendations. Expand FP&A’s role across business units to support key initiatives and performance objectives. Provide insights that support Western’s insurance operations and strategic goals.

What we are looking for

Extensive experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnership—ideally within financial services or insurance. Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams. Strong strategic thinking, analytical capability, and executive‑level communication skills. Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and risk assessment. Ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and drive alignment in a complex, evolving environment. Role Details Hours/Duration:  37.5 hours per week –  Full time, permanent Location: Remote options available in Winnipeg or Calgary Current Vacancy:  Yes Requisition #: 82886 Compensation Range:  $115,000 - $160,000 Why Western? Western’s people-first culture, grounded in our guiding principles of Truthfulness, Fairness, Value, and Loyalty, is recognized across Canada and strengthened by our commitment to wellness, flexibility, and meaningful community impact.

Highlights include

14 Paid Wellness Days, 3 weeks’ vacation, company matching savings programs, and 100% employer paid group benefits for eligible employees Over 1,500 volunteer hours supporting 160+ charities in 2024–2025 through the  Western Financial Group Communities Foundation. Our Commitment to Inclusion:  At Western, we strive to create an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification.  If you need assistance or an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact  talent.acquisition@westernfg.ca  or visit our  Careers page . Our Human First Hiring Approach:  We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are personally reviewed by Western’s Talent Acquisition Consultants. As part of our hiring process, we use standardized, scientifically validated skills assessments (nonAI), and all results are reviewed by our hiring team. Ready to Apply? If making a meaningful impact in your community and growing your career in a supportive, purpose‑driven environment excite you, we’d love to hear from you.