Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Senior Manager, Finance is a trusted and respected advisor in financial, strategic, and supervisory matters and is responsible for ensuring ethical, transparent, and fiscally responsible decision-making. This role champions best-in-class financial management practices to support the sustainable delivery of municipal services in alignment with Council’s strategic priorities. The Senior Manager is accountable for the development, implementation, and oversight of the City’s financial policies, practices, and outcomes, including financial planning and budgeting, accounting and financial reporting, procurement and purchasing, assessment and taxation, asset and risk management, and corporate financial policies and procedures.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the financial sustainability and long-term success of a rapidly growing municipality.

Key Responsibilities:

·     Establish and maintain a sustainable financial management plan, including long-term financial plans, business plans, strategies, policies, bylaws and standards, in accordance with the priorities of Council and Senior Leadership.

·     Develop and implement effective financial controls to ensure the timeliness and reliability of financial reporting, effectiveness and efficiency of operations, and compliance with applicable statutes, bylaws, and policies.

·     Collaborate with other functional units to effectively anticipate current and future operating and infrastructure needs and align financial capacities with the provision of those needs.

·     Ensure the integrity of financial information generated through the organization’s software programs in addition to championing an upgrade as required.

·     Utilizing a multi-year focus, develop the framework, and establish the parameters required by the organization in preparing operating, utility, and capital budgets for Council approval.

·     Monitor budgetary compliance and provide variance analysis to the Executive Leadership Team and Council.

·     Manage the municipality’s cash flow, banking relationships, and investment portfolio to ensure the availability of funds for operational needs, optimize returns within risk parameters, and maintain compliance with relevant legislation and municipal policies.

·     Develop, implement, and maintain risk management strategies and programs to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks, including oversight of insurance coverage to ensure adequate protection of municipal assets and continuity of services.

·     Oversee and manage the procurement process to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and transparent acquisition of goods and services in accordance with municipal policies, trade agreements, and legislative requirements.

·     Be a key position in the Emergency Management structure when the need arises.

·     Mentoring, leading and developing a dynamic team of staff, that strive for high quality results within the organization.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, and they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of this position.

Required Education and Experience:

·     Chartered Professional Accounting designation (CPA) membership in good standing.

·     10 years of progressive and related financial experience in addition to 5 years in a supervisory capacity. Public sector environment would be preferred.

·     Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) designation and/or significant municipal senior leadership experience are assets.

·     Experience in strategic and business planning processes, budget processes, and financial reporting and forecasting is required.

·     Proven leadership, supervisory and team building strength, and political acumen required along with superior analytical, interpersonal, public relations and verbal/written communications skills.

·     Strong knowledge of GAAP and preferably the Municipal Government Act.

Required Certifications and/or Documentation:

·       Criminal Record Check deemed satisfactory by the city.

Working Conditions:

·     Normal office conditions; long periods of sitting, reading and concentration.

·     Stress associated with risk management, the demand of the role, and the responsibility for the well-being of citizens.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary Range: $130,000 to $165,000

Health and Dental and Prescription Drugs

Defined Benefit Pension

Health Benefit Spending Account

Closing Date for Applications: This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

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To apply, combine your cover letter and resume into a single document (PDF or Word) and email to:    jobs@chestermere.ca