Treasurer (Full-Time)

The Township of Hamilton is a rural/urban community nestled between Lake Ontario and Rice Lake in Northumberland County, one hour east of Toronto and next door to the Town of Cobourg. With a population of approximately 11,000 residents the Township offers a delightful blend of the Oak Ridges Moraine, active farms, residential subdivisions and estates, historic villages, waterfront, and tourism.
Our work on these lands respectfully acknowledges their resilience and their longstanding contributions to the area now known as the Township of Hamilton.

All positions in the Corporation of the Township of Hamilton support the Township’s vision of making life better every day by creating a vibrant and sustainable township we are all proud to call home. Employees demonstrate empathy and respect in all interactions, are committed to service excellence.

As part of our mission to provide effective and efficient services to our residents, the Township is now accepting resumes from qualified applicants for the vacant position of Deputy Treasurer.

Responsible for the day-to-day administration of accounting, accounts receivable and payable, and will administer reserves, coordinate banking, cash-flow monitoring, and the generation of internal & external financial reports.
Acts as payroll supervisor and processes payroll when required.
Responsible for the Township’s Asset Management Plan and related reporting.
Oversee month end reconciliations and coordinate audit requirements, including interim and year-end.
Assist in the development and preparation of policies, procedures, and systems necessary to ensure that the effective controls are in place to protect the financial affairs of the Township.
Assist to ensure internal controls within the Township are being adhered to by all departments and all financial transactions follow corporate policy and internal control procedures.
Perform additional duties and special projects as required.
A degree from a recognized university in Business, Finance, Accounting or other related discipline.
Thorough knowledge of financial, purchasing, accounting and auditing principles and practices.
Demonstrated ability in understanding best practices in financial management and controls.
Experience in Municipal sector would be an asset.
Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and database applications) and Great Plains.
Class "G" driver's license in good standing, have access to a reliable vehicle for use on Township business, and be able to provide a current acceptable driver's abstract.

The Corporation of the Township of Hamilton is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted to schedule an interview and we will work with you to meet your needs.