Financial Specialist

Closing Date: January 11, 2026Position Type: Permanent Compensation: $93,865 - $108,855Work Location: Hybrid (On-site/Remote)

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Financial Specialist to be a part of the Okotoks' Finance Business Centre. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible for duties as such:

• Supporting and delivering on day-to-day, monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting
  
  functions including variance analysis, reporting, and forecasting.
• Serving as the finance lead on projects including a replacement ERP system selection
  
  and implementation.
• Preparing analyses and working papers in support of the annual audit process.
• Developing, improving, implementing, and ensuring organizational compliance with
  
  policies, procedures, and internal controls affecting and protecting assets.
• Providing advice, analyses, and support to strategic planning and decision-making.
• Ensuring applicable regulatory compliance and reporting on the same.
• Working collaboratively with a diverse group of co-workers and leaders to advance work
  
  in an effective manner.

Job Posting ID

3625P

Hours of Work

37.5/week

Number of Openings

1

Standby Rotation Required

No

Driver's Abstract Required

No

Police Record Check Required

Yes

• Career development
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, paramedical
• Flexible work schedule

A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency of successful completion of a related University (bachelor) degree or a combination of other related education and experience in Finance, Commerce, or Accounting, plus:

• Must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant designation (required).
• Five (5) or more years of related experience representing continuous learning, (Municipal Government experience preferred).
• Experience leading financial projects including ERP software implementation (asset).
• Demonstrated experience conducting daily, monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial accounting operations.
• Must enjoy and are good at analyzing complex data and providing actionable insights.
• A proven track record of building strong, collaborative relationships and of skillfully managing multiple tasks, schedules, and responsibilities efficiently.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving the Town of Okotoks' strategic plan. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. The Town of Okotoks aims to build independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity into all aspects of the Town's work culture.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume through our online application by the closing date listed. We will not accept late applications, and we will only reach out to those selected for an interview.

The Town is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that embraces respect, inclusivity, and equity, mirroring the diverse community we serve. Upholding the core values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Accessibility is our unwavering commitment. The Town of Okotoks prides itself on being an inclusive workplace, inviting applications from all qualified candidates.

• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process.
• If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact us through our online contact form.
• All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Last Updated: December 22, 2025