Chief Financial Strategist for Municipal Finance

6 days ago

Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada destinationone Consulting Full time

destinationone Consulting is exclusively working with the City of Maple Ridge, BC on a search for a seasoned finance professional.

The City of Maple Ridge is one of the fastest-growing cities in Metro Vancouver, boasting breathtaking natural settings in British Columbia. As a key member of their financial team, you will play a pivotal role in helping the organization thrive and grow this remarkable community.

The City values diversity, equality, and inclusivity, fostering a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged to drive progress. Their vision is to empower individuals and inspire development through innovative strategies and modern technologies.

This senior leadership position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Finance and oversees the accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial analytics. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of accounting staff, implementing effective financial controls, and providing strategic insights to support the City's objectives.

The work is complex and varied, requiring exceptional judgment and action in supervising accounting operations, analyzing problems, and recommending solutions. This role demands a high degree of independence and accountability, making it an ideal opportunity for a motivated and results-driven professional.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Directs and participates in the preparation and maintenance of accounting and financial reports, records, statements, and estimates, ensuring compliance with current PSAB requirements.
  • Performs duties as required under the Local Government Act, Community Charter, and other relevant legislation.
  • Responsible for continued compliance with Public Sector Accounting Guidelines, including the implementation of new standards as required.
  • Plans, assigns, reviews, and supervises the accounting team's work, including tasks related to accounting, analytics, costing, clerical activities, and other related duties.
  • Develops innovative strategies to streamline processes, eliminate waste and bottlenecks, and integrate modern technologies where applicable.
  • Collaborates with Finance department management team on cross-functional goals and initiatives ensuring aligned financial strategies, policies, standards, procedures, and controls.
  • Provides advice and makes recommendations to the Senior Leadership Team on financial matters.
  • Prepares reports and presentations for the Senior Leadership Team, the Audit & Finance Committee, and Council.
  • Coordinates and assigns work related to the annual financial audit.
  • Conducts regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
  • Monitors financial inputs from other City systems.
  • Supervises and controls the accounting of all assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenses for all municipal departments.
  • Prepares financial position forecasts and may maintain municipal investments as required.
  • Supervises the analysis of budget to actual variances and conducts special financial analyses as required.
  • Maintains cooperative interdepartmental relationships to ensure efficient service delivery and accurate financial reporting.

Required Qualifications:

  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
  • Ten years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including extensive experience in the preparation of municipal consolidated financial statements and analytical experience, and a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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