Description

About the Role:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and City Treasurer is the most senior financial position in the organization, providing strategic leadership, oversight and accountability for the City’s financial operations and supporting all operational departments as a key member of the corporate Senior Leadership Team. Reporting to the CAO and accountable to Mayor and Council, the CFO manages all finance-related functions including accounting, payroll, revenue, purchasing, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing team. As the City Treasurer, the CFO ensures responsible stewardship of municipal resources, is accountable for compliance with all applicable federal and provincial legislation, supports informed decision-making through financial planning, reporting, and policy development, and drives effective financial management across the organization.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead the development and ongoing evaluation of the City’s short and long-term strategic financial objectives as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Accountable for recommendations and decisions that support the City’s financial health and sustainability, overseeing accounting, payroll, revenue, procurement, budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning.
Ensures transparent financial reporting, supports evidence‑based decision-making, and drives corporate financial strategies that enable efficient, innovative, and responsible service delivery across the organization.
Develop, monitor, and manage short and long-term financial objectives, budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting for the City, local boards, and committees.
Ensure effective internal controls, safeguarding the City’s financial assets, and oversee accounting, payroll, revenue, purchasing, and investment/borrowing activities.
Perform duties of Treasurer in accordance with Ontario statutes, Council bylaws, policies, and resolutions.
Oversee procurement for all departments, ensuring compliance with legislation and policies, and continuously improving streamlined, efficient procurement practices.
Participate in union negotiations and provide financial advice to other departments and boards as needed.
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability, leading and mentoring a high-performing finance team.
Build and maintain strong relationships with Council, Elected Officials, and external agencies.
Build strong relationships across municipal departments as a trusted financial advisor and enabler for programs and services offered by the municipality.
Attend Council, board, and committee meetings, supporting informed decision-making through timely, accurate financial analysis and reporting.

Requirements

What’s Required:

University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing.
Ten (10) years of senior management and progressive experience with extensive knowledge in municipal financial management, including budgeting, accounting, treasury operations, and financial planning.
Comprehensive knowledge of municipal financial reporting and public sector accounting requirements, including PSAB, the Municipal Act, relevant federal and provincial legislation, and the City’s procurement by-law.
Experience overseeing financial systems and reporting platforms (ie. PeopleSoft), with strong financial acumen and data-driven decision-making capability.
Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and project management capabilities.
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while building effective relationships with Council, senior leadership, external partners, and the community.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial matters into clear, strategic advice for elected officials and executive leadership.

Salary & Benefits

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