Provides strategic leadership and direction throughout the municipality and plays a pivotal role in the financial health and operational efficiency of the Village through strategic financial planning, optimization of resources and oversight of financial processes and procurement. A critical advisor for the Village, this position plays a key role in the achievement of strategic organizational goals, navigating financial risk and compliance as well as fulfilling the position of Financial Officer.

Responsibilities:

General:

Provides direction to department employees by planning, assigning, and supervising work to ensure conformance to standards, legislation and organizational/departmental priorities
Ensures the optimum utilization of staff and resources for the department through the selection, hiring, training, development and performance evaluations of staff
Prepares, presents and manages budgets for the department
Develops, implements and maintains organizational policies and operational procedures
Attends meetings of Council and Committees, provides advice and recommendations to Mayor, Council and CAO on all matters affecting the long- and short-term needs of the community as it relates to finance and procurement
Directs activity conducted by consultants and contractors on behalf of the Village
Manages service level agreements and contract renewals accordingly
Performs other duties as assigned

Strategic Leadership:

Guides the development and implementation of programs aligned with the Village’s goals
Fosters collaboration across departments to achieve seamless service delivery
Supports the CAO in executing strategic initiatives and contributing to long-term planning
Supports the CAO with financial planning processes

Financial Oversight:

Performs all statutory duties and responsibilities as municipal Finance Officer under provincial legislation
Develops operational, capital and reserve budgets in conjunction with Council and the leadership team
Prepares the five-year financial plan and facilitates its adoption in the form of a bylaw each year
Partners with budget owners in the preparation and use of their budgets
Administers Village funds according to the approved budget, and monitors financial expenditures
Develops financial bylaws, financial statements, statistical reports, cost analysis and annual reports
Develops and maintains long term financial planning, reserve and debt management plans
Leads the annual financial statement audit in conjunction with external auditors
Oversight and approval of payroll and benefit administration for Village staff
Responsible for compiling and providing working papers and reconciliations for audit purposes
Ensures accurate records are maintained including analysis, oversight and approval of trial balances and general ledger
Responsible for accurate monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts, Municipal Finance Authority accounts and special services
Maintains analysis of all reserve accounts
Monitors and maintains MFA Pooled Investment Funds; reconciles monthly and apportions interest to various participants in the fund, responsible for subscriptions and redemptions
Monitors and controls the maintenance of financial statements and financial systems; reviews, develops and recommends procedures for financial management

Asset Management

Partners with the leadership team to develop and maintain the Village asset management plan

Funding Management:

Oversees grant reporting requirements and ensuring compliance with any funding agreements
Responsible for the financial monitoring of funding receipts and projections
Collaborates with external partners and stakeholders to provide funding projections and analysis

Procurement:

Develops and maintains policy to guide the procurement of goods and services on behalf of the Village
Keeps abreast of current developments and best practices in local government purchasing
Supports the leadership team with purchases that require loan authorization
Takes a lead during significant contract management negotiations e.g. BC Transit

Risk and Compliance:

Identifies and mitigates financial risks to the Village, both internal and external
Prepares and approves internal and external policies and procedures related to financial services
Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable, Federal, Provincial and Municipal statutes, legal requirements and reporting

Taxes & Utilities:

Responsible for all activities related to the property tax function
Responsible for the full property tax and utility billing cycle
Presents annual property tax rates

Human Resources

Provides strategic and operational support for Human Resources, including oversight of daily activities managed by the HR Advisor
Leads the design and administration of competitive compensation structures and employee benefits programs.
Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing and reporting

Skills and Experience:

Experience as a team leader with the ability to influence and delegate
Demonstrated leadership in organizational change and performance management
Highly organized with effective attention to detail and accuracy
Confident with public speaking and delivering presentations
Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Financial/Accounting discipline
Professional Accounting Designation
Knowledge of or ability to learn municipal legislation as it relates to finance
Demonstrated knowledge of public sector accounting standards
Internal auditing experience desirable
Proficient in financial systems (Vadim an asset)

Values:

Establish, maintain and promote cooperative positive relationships with elected officials, departments and the public
Promote the development and expansion of e-government options for the public to inquire, interact and obtain information from the Village in new ways
Ensure efficient and effective implementation of corporate strategic goals established by Council
Provide excellent customer service; promoting a customer-oriented culture
Ensure the financial policies and controls maintain the finances of the Village, but at the same time are flexible enough to enable departments to efficiently deliver the services that they provide to the community
Ensure all functional divisions track legislation affecting them and operate in compliance with legislative requirements

Emergency Operations:

Anyone actively employed by the Village of Pemberton may be required to assist the Village in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency situation may differ from regular duties .

Posting Details:

Job Location: Municipal Hall, Prospect Street (Ability to work remote up to 50% of regular hours)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsible For: x3 FTE

Application Deadline: July 8, 2025 Estimated Start Date: Aug 18, 2025

Job Grade: 1

Salary: $126,400.00

The Village of Pemberton is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you have a passion for serving the community and supporting a healthy, safe workplace, we want to hear from you. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all interested candidates.

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