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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Deputy Director of Finance
Posted on February 19, 2025 by Employer details District of Peachland
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District of PeachlandDeputy Director of FinanceThe District of Peachland is a vibrant and growing community of approximately 6,400 residents, located on the shores of the Okanagan Lake in the scenic Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. We are seeking a Deputy Director of Finance to play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations and systems of the District of Peachland. Reporting to the Director of Finance, The Deputy Director will lead and mentor a skilled finance team, provide strategic financial analysis to senior management and elected officials, and ensure efficient financial operations within a legislative framework. This role requires a deep understanding of municipal finance, a proactive leadership style, and expertise in navigating the intricacies of public sector financial regulations.THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:Financial Planning & Budgeting: Ability to develop and prepare annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and forecasts in alignment with strategic goals. Financial Reporting & Compliance: Strong knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance. Operational Financial Management: Expertise in overseeing day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, payroll, property taxes, and cash flow monitoring. Policy Development & Implementation: Proficiency in developing and implementing financial policies and procedures that comply with municipal regulations. Audit Management: Experience in leading internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with audit standards and public sector regulations. Financial Analysis & Decision Support: Ability to conduct in-depth financial analysis, provide insights, and advise on investment strategies, risk management, and resource allocation. Leadership & Staff Development: Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring, supervising, and fostering a high-performance work culture within the finance team. Communication & Public Relations: Effective at communicating complex financial information clearly and transparently to management, Council, and the public. Strategic Financial Advice: Capability to advise on long-term financial planning, including investment strategies, debt management, and financial sustainability.Continuous Improvement & Efficiency: Focus on improving financial systems, procedures, and operational effectiveness for greater efficiency and compliance.QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience: Bachelor?s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) Designation preferably with Public Practice experience. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in municipal finance or a similar government environment, including at least two years in a supervisory or management role. Experience working and supporting financial software systems, internal controls, preparing complex financial statements and finance modelling, budgeting. Municipal accounting and auditing would be an asset. Vadim or related municipal software knowledge. Proven experience with municipal budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 per year. The closing date for this position is March 21, 2025, by 4:00 p.m. Applications must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. Please submit your resume with cover letter to: Attn: Jennifer Sawatzky, Director of Corporate ServicesDistrict of Peachland5806 Beach Avenue Peachland, B.C. VOH 1X7e-mail: careers@peachland.ca- LocationPeachland, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$90,000YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #102055
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