Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this key statutory position will oversee the strategic development of the District's financial plan and all financial and business planning services. As part of the Senior Management team, the DFO will advise the organizaiton of the financial implications of major decisions, ensuring value for money, return on investment, productivity and service delivery.
We are seeking a collaborative, results-oriented leader with considerable knowledge of public sector financial accounting and reporting principles and requirements under PSAB, and thorough knowledge of municipal legislation as it relates to finance including the Community Charter and Local Government Act.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A recognized professional designation (CA, CGA, or CMA), supplemented with at least five (5) years of progressive managerial experience in a local government setting.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Political astuteness and organizational awareness to identify potential business problems and opportunities.
- A track record of growing, developing, and empowering staff.
- Excellent financial analysis, strategic planning, fiscal, and project management skills.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, best practises, and concepts related to financial management and accounting in a municipal setting.
- Well developed organizational and time management skills.
- A positive, energetic approach to work.
The salary for this position is competitive and includes a full range of benefits.
It is anticipated that this position will be awarded by the end of February, with a start date sometime in June.
Ms. Terry Melcer
Chief Administrative Officer
District of Sparwood
Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue
Sparwood, British Columbia
Canada V0B 2G0
Telephone: 250.425.6810 (direct)
