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Description
The Director of Finance & IT is responsible for the overall strategic direction and control of the accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, financial forecasting, investing, revenue collections, property taxation, payroll, debt management, expenditure control procurement, and risk management of the City.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance & IT is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and plays a key role in the strategic direction of the City. This position has a significant impact on all departments in the organization with diversified technical and administrative responsibilities in the areas of Finance and IT.
As the Director of Finance, responsibility for the overall strategic direction and control of the accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, financial forecasting, investing, revenue collections, property taxation, payroll, debt management, expenditure control procurement, and risk management of the City. This position ensures that all finance and accounting functions are carried out in accordance with established policies, statutes and accepted accounting practices and principles.
As the Director of IT, lead the Information Technology department and spearhead the City’s technology initiatives providing a vision that aligns with the City’s objectives. Oversee the development of technology requirements, technology strategic and integration plans while managing corporate relationships to ensure effective technology solutions.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will be registered as a Chartered Professional Accountant in British Columbia and a member in good standing. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5-years in a senior finance or administration capacity in local government or a private sector and have a solid understanding and knowledge of the Community Charter, Local Government Act, and other related statutes.
A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary range of $133,986-$160,005, excellent benefits as well as enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan when eligible.
Please visit our website at castlegar.ca for a full job description and information on our community.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance & IT is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and plays a key role in the strategic direction of the City. This position has a significant impact on all departments in the organization with diversified technical and administrative responsibilities in the areas of Finance and IT.
As the Director of Finance, responsibility for the overall strategic direction and control of the accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, financial forecasting, investing, revenue collections, property taxation, payroll, debt management, expenditure control procurement, and risk management of the City. This position ensures that all finance and accounting functions are carried out in accordance with established policies, statutes and accepted accounting practices and principles.
As the Director of IT, lead the Information Technology department and spearhead the City’s technology initiatives providing a vision that aligns with the City’s objectives. Oversee the development of technology requirements, technology strategic and integration plans while managing corporate relationships to ensure effective technology solutions.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will be registered as a Chartered Professional Accountant in British Columbia and a member in good standing. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5-years in a senior finance or administration capacity in local government or a private sector and have a solid understanding and knowledge of the Community Charter, Local Government Act, and other related statutes.
A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary range of $133,986-$160,005, excellent benefits as well as enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan when eligible.
Please visit our website at castlegar.ca for a full job description and information on our community.
Requirements
- Registration as a Chartered Professional Accountant in British Columbia and a member in good standing.
- Certified in Local Government Statutory Administration as recognized by the LGMA Board of Examiners or equivalent.
- Minimum of five years experience in a senior finance or administration capacity in Local Government or Private Sector.
- Asset Management training and qualifications.
- Solid understanding and knowledge of the Community Charter, Local Government Act and other related statutes.
- Proven track record of managing and achieving outcomes, adapting to changing priorities and anticipating emerging issues.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and technical skills.
- Advanced leadership skills to foster a collaborative and productive culture, inspiring teamwork, creativity and positive results.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships with staff, Council and a wide variety of stakeholders.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary range of $133,986-$160,005, excellent benefits as well as enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan when eligible.
Contact
Email: hr@castlegar.ca
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