Chief Financial Officer

2 weeks ago

Powell River BC, Canada City of Powell River Full time $152,200 - $174,600 per year
City of Powell River
Chief Financial Officer

Come live, work and play in paradise Located along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventures with growing industry sectors in technology, retail, andtourism. Located just a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a temperate climate. It's known for an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, a vibrant arts community, and four seasons of recreational adventures to explore.

Chief Financial Officer

(Salary Range $ 152,200 - $174,600 per year)

As a member of the City's senior leadership team, you'll work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to excellence in public service. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our community.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as the City's statutory Financial Officer under the BC Community Charter and provides strategic financial stewardship, ensuring the long-term sustainability of City services and infrastructure. This role leads the preparation and ongoing management of the City's five-year financial plan, oversees financial reporting and ensures compliance with legislation and best practices, develops long-term funding strategies, and collaborates across all departments to align financial strategies with Council's priorities and services.

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Business or Finance and a Chartered Professional Accountant designation, and have at least ten years of progressively responsible related experience, ideally gained in a local government setting. A skilled communicator and relationship-builder, you display the highest levels of professional ethics, confidentiality and integrity. You have excellent financial analysis, strategic planning, fiscal and project management skills, strong political acumen, and the ability to lead and collaborate with inter-disciplinary teams.

The successful applicant must be willing to relocate to Powell River; relocation assistance is available.

Chief Financial Officer Job Description

Closing Date: November 28, 2025

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Education : Bachelor's degree

Experience : Experience an asset

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