Contract: Permanent Contract, Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Location: Killarney, MB

Effective Date: May 4, 2026 or as mutually agreed

Salary & Benefits: Turtle Mountain School Division offers a competitive total compensation package

Posting Closing Date: Open until position is filled

About The Division

In Turtle Mountain School Division, the students are the focus of all our efforts. The Division strives to provide an education that prepares individuals for a meaningful life in a changing world. Located in beautiful southwestern Manitoba, the Division supports more than 250 dedicated employees delivering quality education to over 1,100 students across four Hutterian schools, one K-8 school, two K-12 schools, and two Adult Education Centres.

Turtle Mountain School Division’s Senior Administration team consists of a Superintendent/CEO, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, Supervisor of Transportation and Maintenance, and a Secretary-Treasurer/CFO. The Secretary-Treasurer serves as the Division’s Chief Financial Officer and is a key member of the Senior Administration team. They report to the Superintendent/CEO and work closely with the Board of Trustees to set the financial direction of the Division and provide strategic leadership and oversight of its $18M operational budget.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for all financial operations of the Division, including financial reporting, budget process management, accounting, accounts payable, payroll, oversees major purchasing and financial aspects of capital projects, develops and supports financial policies and procedures, and implements financial directives.
Ensures all financial and business affairs of the Division are managed in compliance with legislation, Board policy, and principles of responsible financial management.
Prepares annual budgets and audited financial statements, integrates the budget process with the overall business plan and provides overall guidance and direction in the development and application of organizationally aligned financial strategies.
Appraises the Division’s financial position, issues periodic financial and operating reports to the Board of Trustees, which includes attending Board meetings and presenting financial operations, activities and other areas of interest to the Board, senior administration, and school administrators.
Establishes, monitors and audits controls and procedures to safeguard assets and maintain the integrity of information systems and financial reporting.
Oversees enterprise risk management, including privacy, compliance, and business continuity.
Manages all property records, insurance, and liability coverages, as well as vendor relationships, service contracts and partner agreements.
Supervises finance and payroll staff.

Qualifications & Experience

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the public sector.
Demonstrated proficiency in financial/business analysis, reporting and knowledge of payroll systems
Proven ability to lead, manage and develop teams.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across diverse groups.
Experience with provincial legislation and compliance requirements would be an asset.
Experience working with a Board and an understanding of Board governance would be an asset.

How To Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply electronically at tmsd.mb.ca under the Employment tab/Job Connect. Applications, including a cover letter, resume and the names of three (3) professional references, will be received by the undersigned.

Grant Wiesner, Superintendent/CEO

Turtle Mountain School Division

PO Box 280 Killarney, Manitoba R0K1G0

Telephone: (204) 523-7531 Fax: (204) 523-7269

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

Turtle Mountain School Division acknowledges that individuals may face barriers that hinder their full and equal participation in the workplace, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to all employees and candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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