Manager, Finance, Permanent Full-Time

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Are you interested in working for a progressive organization that supports its employees and promotes a healthy work culture? Are you looking for work life balance, and do you love spending time outdoors and being one with nature? Apply now for an opportunity to work at the Lac La Biche County. We want you to join our team

Lac La Biche County is rich in lakes, parks, and outdoor experiences, and home to some of Alberta’s top industries. Lac La Biche County is a beautiful, prosperous community for people to visit, live, work and play. We have more than 150 lakes and 100 beaches, camping opportunities, and an excellent hiking trail system. Pair that with modern amenities like the Bold Center, future Aquatics Centre, schools, parks, community activities, sports and cultural activities, local community groups, and downtown shopping area, it is no wonder that Lac La Biche County is an ideal cabin and adventure area for County residents and visitors from nearby communities and international tourists

The Organization: Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches

We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace.

Lac La Biche County is seeking an experienced and collaborative financial leader to join our Corporate Services Division as Manager, Finance.

Reporting to the General Manager, Corporate Services Division, the Manager, Finance provides leadership for the County’s financial services, procurement functions, and related financial systems. This position leads a team of finance professionals and plays an important role in ensuring strong financial stewardship, legislative compliance, effective internal controls, and informed corporate decision-making.

The Opportunity

As Manager, Finance, you will provide leadership and financial expertise across the organization. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching and supporting Finance staff while promoting accountability, teamwork, and service excellence.
• Leading the County’s annual operating and capital budget processes, including planning, consolidation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, year-end activities, and the external audit.
• Monitoring financial performance, analyzing trends and variances, and providing recommendations to support sound decision-making.
• Providing financial advice and analysis to senior leadership and departments on business cases, capital projects, funding opportunities, and corporate initiatives.
• Developing and maintaining effective financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Providing oversight of procurement and contract administration and identifying opportunities for cost savings and best value.
• Supporting improvements to financial systems, reporting tools and business processes.
• Building effective working relationships with departments, Council, external auditors, vendors, and other stakeholders.

What You Bring

The successful candidate will have:

• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible related experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Municipal or broader public-sector experience is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit practices, procurement, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop employees, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate work within established deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into practical advice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and