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2026 Alberta Summer Games Finance & Results Coordinator

Hybrid
Sherwood Park, AB
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage
Health and wellness spending account
Life and disability insurance

About the role

This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 9 months

The Finance and Results Coordinator plays a key role in delivering a seamless experience at the 2026 Alberta Summer Games, supporting 2,000 athletes, coaches, and officials! This dynamic role oversees sport results, admissions, and financial operations, including sales strategy, onsite training, results coordination, and grant management.

Working closely with Strathcona County departments, Games Society, Games Manager and Coordinators, and the Government of Alberta, the Coordinator ensures all results, admissions, and financial activities are executed flawlessly and align with provincial Games Operations Manuals and County policies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Games Society Board of Directors
  • Monitor expenditures and revenues to maintain operating accounts and when necessary, liaise with supervisors and managers to reconcile transactions, identify entry errors, and process corrections according to accounting principles
  • Oversee government grants, tracking compliance and managing reporting
  • Prepare reconciliations, working papers, and financial statements for annual reporting and year end audits
  • Collaborate with team members to develop and execute admissions plans for the Games —including equipment requirements, capacity limits, ticket sales strategy and redemption procedures
  • Laison with internal marketing teams to facilitate promotional plans and website updates for online sales strategy, promotional campaigns and ticket redemption communication
  • Develop a standardized process for Games results to be received, entered and displayed
  • Write and present portfolio reports as required to the 2026 Alberta Summer Games Society
  • Facilitate and manage contracts throughout their lifecycle
  • Oversee and administer portfolio budgets to ensure timely and effective use of budget dollars to meet event needs

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Post secondary degree in Accounting with a minimum of 1-year of related work experience in a leadership capacity within financial reporting, business operations or accounting or a post secondary diploma in Accounting with 3+ years of work experience
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and PSAS/PSAB
  • Grant financial reporting and management experience
  • Facilitation and/or training experience (experience with balancing multiple stakeholder expectations is an asset)
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Enrollment or intent to enroll in the CPA Professional Education Program is an asset
  • Experience with contractors, project management, and municipal and provincial protocol, reports and processes is an asset
  • Experience with ticketing platforms and process management is an asset
  • Political acumen and experience supervising staff, volunteers, and/or community groups is an asset
  • Ability to be organized, multi-task, and provide leadership and decision-making in a fast-paced environment

Conditions of Employment:

Submission of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

    • Extended health and dental coverage
    • Health and wellness spending account
    • Life and disability insurance
    • Retirement and pension programs
    • Earned day off program
    • Employee and family assistance program
  • Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities

  • Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role is eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Strathcona County

Government Administration
1001-5000

Strathcona County employees strive for excellence in delivering quality of life to our residents to support our vision of becoming Canada’s most livable community. Employees play a pivotal role in delivering essential services, managing programs, and overseeing facilities to support a thriving community of over 100,000 residents. If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments, and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team of over 2,000 dedicated professionals. You can make a difference by supporting a growing and diverse community!

Strathcona County has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers 2024 by Forbes.com and received the 2024 Municipal Inspiring Workplace Award from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA). We provide competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health spending account, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs, and more.

Strathcona County is committed to working collaboratively, efficiently and effectively to provide quality service delivery to citizens, business and industry alike. Our corporate values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness and cooperation define our culture and guide our daily work.

If you're dedicated to public service, enjoy collaborative work environments and value continuous learning and growth, consider joining our team! Apply today at www.strathcona.ca/careers