Key Responsibilities:
- Provide senior-level financial advice to department leaders and staff, contributing to budget development, forecasting and financial reporting
- Collaborate with departments to understand financial needs, offer guidance on financial programs and policies, and connect teams with appropriate resources or subject matter experts
- Support departments in aligning financial planning with strategic goals and the corporate business plan, translating strategic objectives into actionable financial plans that support long term outcomes
- Provide operational financial guidance to department managers, focusing on day-to-day fiscal management, compliance and practical application of financial policies
- Interpret financial information to support routine decision-making and ensure departments understand the fiscal impacts of their activities within established frameworks
- Analyze financial data, historical performance and emerging trends to support strategic planning and decision-making. Recommend cost optimization strategies and efficiency improvements aligned with County procedures
- Monitor compliance and recommend improvements to internal controls, transparency and risk mitigation
- Lead the consolidation of annual operating and capital budgets for assigned departments, evaluate budget performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved financial stewardship
- Support analysis of monthly and quarterly financial results across branches and cost centres, recommending actions to address variances and emerging priorities
- Enhance internal reporting systems and processes in alignment with the financial reporting branch to ensure accurate and efficient data management
- Provide financial insights and scenario modeling to support corporate initiatives, including service level reviews, transformation projects and cross-departmental collaborations
- Participate in corporate planning cycles, contributing financial expertise to the development, monitoring and evaluation of strategic priorities
- Lead and mentor a small team of high performing accountants and coordinate workloads to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with County policies
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement, to strengthen organizational effectiveness through financial insights, grant coordination and cross-functional collaboration
Qualifications and Skills:
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Chartered Professional Accounting designation
- Post-secondary degree with a minimum of seven years of relevant post-designation experience, or diploma with a minimum of nine years of relevant post-designation experience
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Strong understanding of relevant municipal and provincial legislation, public sector practices and government operations, including the ability to develop and implement policies in compliance with legislation
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Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the CPA Handbook, Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and the Municipal Government Act
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Extensive knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and reporting techniques
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Demonstrated expertise in advising and coaching decision-makers in strategic financial and business planning, and in delivering financial management services
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Proficiency in integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Oracle Cloud preferred, with strong skills in MS365
Conditions of Employment:
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Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.
Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Health and wellness spending account
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement and pension programs
- Earned day off program
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
- Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
