The Supervisor of Accounting is responsible for management of the financial accounting
systems in an effective internal control environment. This position is responsible for
managing the day-to-day administration of general accounting, payroll, accounts
payable and responsible for month, quarter and year-end financial reporting, year-end
audits and working with external auditors. This position will be responsible for the
preparation of all financial records of the Municipality in accordance with legislation and
professional accounting standards. This position plays an integral role in providing
support to all departments and shall oversee the organization and completion of work
activities of direct reports.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Oversee the accuracy of accounting information in the general ledger and
subsystems including ensuring the completion and review of account reconciliations,
continuation schedules and reporting, as appropriate
2. Maintain all financial records, including operating, capital, reserves, and reserve
funds
3. Develop, prepare, and publish monthly internal financial reports (operating, capital,
reserves)
4. Responsible for the completion of the Town’s Financial Statements, Financial
Information Return (FIR) and all other legislated financial reporting
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5.Develop and implement comprehensive accounting and financial reporting practices and processes that include strong internal controls to ensure financial reporting is in accordance with PSAB standards and legislation
6.Responsible for detailed audit working papers and ability to provide auditors and or respective authorized agency with explanations as necessary
7.Oversee the municipal tangible capital asset inventory including additions, disposals, and all facets of the inventory and financial reporting
8.Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, audit of payments, hours, deductions, special payments, and contractual payments
9.Participate in cross-functional teams, building and maintaining effective partnerships and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of goals and resolve issues.
10.Provide guidance and support to direct reports
11.All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
•University Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
•Recognized Professional Accounting designation (CPA), in good standing
•Minimum of five (5) years related experience
•Comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices
•Effective written and verbal communication as well as organizational and time management skills
•Excellent analytical skills, sound problem solving and conflict resolution abilities
•Proficient use of MS Office applications
•Hold and maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license
Qualifications Considered Assets
•Experience with Vadim iCity municipal accounting system
•Certificate or designation in Canadian Payroll
•Experience with budgeting software
•Municipal finance experience
Working Conditions
•Duties shall primarily be performed indoors
•Manual dexterity to use desktop computers, peripherals, etc.
•Periodic local and out of town travel required
•Operation of motor vehicle
Hours of Work
•Primary hours of work are Monday to Friday (35 hours), day shift
•Attend after-hours Council meetings, events, and inspections, as required
Physical Requirements
•Physical work environment requiring extended periods of walking, standing, sitting, and driving
Leadership Responsibilities
•3 FTE’s
Rate of Pay: $106,187 - $119,946 per year
