Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.
Job Posting: #26-62 Status: Permanent, Full-time
Posting Closes: June 26, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Schedule: 35 hours/week (7 hours/day)
Working within the Finance department and reporting to the Director, Finance, the Manager, Financial Reporting & Operations provides overall direction on accounting policies, directives, and procedures; guides the preparation of financial statements; and oversees County-wide financial support including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory management, project tracking, and grant management. The Manager will be responsible for presenting all relevant financial information to Council and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This position leads the Financial Reporting & Operations team, ensuring financial reporting compliance, effective grant utilization, an audit free from misstatement, and adherence to documented internal controls.
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:
- Post-Secondary Diploma in Accounting, Finance or a related field. A Bachelor of Commerce Degree would be considered an asset.
- Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive senior-level experience, preferably in a public sector organization, including knowledge and experience with Public Sector Accounting Standards, the Municipal Government Act, financial reporting, planning, and forecasting processes and techniques.
- The ability to build relationships, make informed and timely decisions on matters of urgency and complexity, be responsive to client needs and apply creativity in challenging the process.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365 or Complex financial systems and the ability to access and manipulate data from various financial and non-financial information systems.
- Proven capability in team leadership, encompassing the development, coaching, motivation, and direction of team members to achieve objectives in alignment with core values.
Requirements:
- Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
- A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:
A Starting Salary of: $121,700 to $136,900 per year Max Salary Potential: $153,900 per year
Benefits Including: Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental Defined Pension through LAPP and optional APEX Pension
Work/Life Balance:
Option to join the Earned Day Off Program
Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks
Management days in lieu of overtime
Birthday off with pay
Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week
Application Details:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com.
