Chief Financial Officer

5 days ago

Athabasca, Canada Town of Athabasca Full time

**Employment Opportunity - Chief Financial Officer**

The Town of Athabasca is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to assume the responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer.

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for all financial management, control and reporting.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- In conjunction with the Chief Administrative Officer direct the development of operating and capital budgets, establishment of financial controls and development of Business Plans.
- Develop, recommend and implement approved policies, plans and programs for all Administrative, Finance and Accounting functions.
- Ensure that the necessary reports and advice are supplied to the Chief Administrative Officer and Department Heads on matters of Administrative, Financial, Accounting and Bylaws.
- Develop and maintain effective systems and records for all administrative, financial and accounting functions.
- Ensure that expenditures are within the Council approved budget and authorizes payment of accounts within established guidelines.
- Work with Senior Management to prepare and implement a uniform budget process.
- Direct the collection of all accounts receivable including general taxes and utilities.
- Administer the investment of Town funds and is the custodian of all liquid assets of the Town.
- Administer Municipal long and short-term borrowing and repayment.
- Attend all regular and special meetings of Council and other meetings as requested by the Chief Administrative Officer.
- Act as liaison with the Town’s Auditor and responsible for all annual audit preparations.
- Perform any other duties as requested by Chief Administrative Officer.
- Prepare year-end closing entries and working papers.
- Prepare financial statements and financial information return.

**Qualifications**:

- A minimum of five years of related and progressive experience in municipal Finance.
- Knowledge of Municipal Government Act
- Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics GP (Diamond)
- Knowledge of accepted accounting principles and practices
- Knowledge of payroll procedures and practices
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- A recognized professional accounting designation would be an asset (CPA, CA, CMA)

Equivalent education and/or related experience may be considered.

Town of Athabasca

4705 - 49 Avenue

Athabasca AB T9S 1B7

Attention: Angie Duperron

Phone: 780-675-2063 Fax: 780-675-4242
- The position will be filled once a suitable applicant is found. Please note that only those people to be interviewed will be contacted, however we thank all applicants for their interest._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $106,031.65-$134,317.73 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Athabasca, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Municipal Finance: 5 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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