The Town of Golden invites applications from qualified, experienced persons for the full-time permanent position of Manager of Finance, Deputy Chief Financial Officer.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, and as a key member of the Finance team, this position will lead, perform, and manage the day to day operations of the Finance Department in alignment with the Town’s strategic and operational plans using ethical professional judgment and ensuring compliance with legislation and Public Sector Accounting standards.

Duties and responsibilities

Daily responsibilities fluctuate depending on the season, but will include a wide variety tasks such as reviewing payroll, payable and receivable entries; preparing and reviewing reconciliations; refining and developing processes and reports; team training and support; variance analysis; grant reporting and analysis, government reporting; year-end preparation and support; liaising with auditors; facilitating the financial month-end process; reviewing accounting software processes for accuracy; ad hoc projects; and supporting the creation of policies and bylaws.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages a team of five staff members and oversees accounting and administrative functions
Assists the Director of Finance in staffing decisions in the Finance Department
Mentors, supervises, and schedules staff in Finance Department to support continuity of operations

Required Qualifications

Professional Accounting Designation
Minimum of three (3) years of finance management experience in a similarly complex organization
Understanding of Public Sector Accounting Board standards
Ability to process complex information with accuracy and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Local Government Experience
Experience with Community Charter and the Local Government Act
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Excellent managerial skills and ability to evaluate the work of others
Proficiency with AMAIS accounting software
Knowledge of payroll legislation and requirements in a union environment

View the full job description at ww.golden.ca/jobs

In addition to a competitive salary range starting at $90,000, we also offer relocation expenses, a comprehensive benefits package including municipal pension plan membership, and mentorship with a clear path to career advancement.

You’re going to love this place - but there’s not enough room here to talk about it. Check out www.golden.ca to learn more about or community and organization. We’ve got massive mountains, big rivers, six national parks, a world class ski resort, and we’re just over 2 hours to Calgary. Come discover a place where community still matters, and a town you’ll never want to leave.

To Apply

Please forward your résumé in confidence to:

Attention: Carolyn Brown, CPA, CGA Director of Finance, CFO

810 9th Avenue South, Box 350 Golden, BC V0A 1H0

Phone: 250-344-2271

E-mail: cfo@golden.ca

Town of Golden

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