finance manager
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca -
Manager of Finance
Posted on
November 01, 2024
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Employer details
Municipal District of Taber
Job details
Municipal District of TaberManager of Finance Job TypeExecutive OpportunitiesOrganizationMunicipal District of TaberClosing dateDec 31, 2024Job DescriptionThe Municipal District of Taber is seeking an experienced and dedicated Manager of Finance to join our team in supporting our vibrant and growing community. As a key member of our financial leadership team, you will play a critical role in managing the district?s financial health by providing strategic direction, overseeing budgeting and reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for public service, a commitment to transparency, and the ability to drive fiscal responsibility across our operations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic municipality, we invite you to apply.Key Work Activities:Financial Management & PlanningAccountable for the financial accounting systems and procedures. Resolve accounting discrepancies. Coordinate the preparation of departmental and municipal annual long range financial plans. Prepare and administer the Finance Department budget. Review expenditures to ensure they are coded correctly. Develop and recommend policies, plans, and programs for the finance and accounting functions of the municipality. Management of the municipal taxation process and property assessment including ensuring the establishment of mill rates required by the budget. Ensure the accurate and timely reconciliation of all municipal bank accounts. Assist on appropriate reserve fund management to address and plan for future Capital requirements. Manage MD revenues, reserves, debt, and grants through provision of banking, investment, and cashflow projection services to meet future requirements. Administer operational and capital grants, including grant applications, tracking, and reporting. Monitor, manage, report and assist in the application of grants. Ensure that financial management and reporting is carried out in a timely and effective manner. Lead regular financial review and analysis, including variance analysis. Prepare financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders as required, including intermunicipal service agreements and regional initiatives. Lead the preparation of the necessary year-end working papers and applicable audited financial statements pursuant to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices. Complete month-end and year-end general ledger procedures. Lead the year-end financial preparations and audit. Manage insurance and risk management functions, including claims, registrations, and renewals. Ensure that the GST and other intergovernmental reports are submitted accurately and on a timely basis. Maintain the Tangible Capital Assets (TCA) ledger of the municipality according to legislation, regulations, and policy.Policy Development & AdministrationDevelop financial policy, controls, and systems. Develop administrative policies, short- and long-term plans, procedures, and Bylaws in accordance with relevant legislation, the Strategic Plan and Business Plan Interpret Bylaws, Acts, and related statutory documents and respond to requests for information from the public. Prepare Policies, long-term plans, and resolution recommendations for the organization. Write reports and proposals in support of policies, programs, budgets, and various aspects of the Department?s operations. Responsible for the creation of and departmental compliance with relevant policies, procedures, standards, specifications, regulations, bylaws, relevant legislation, and technical initiatives Monitor legislative changes to ensure organizational compliance. Track trends and anticipate issues that affect the community or services to other Departments. Implement approved policies, plans, and programs for the finance and accounting functions of the municipality.LeadershipOversee the finance staff who manages accounts payable, accounts receiv
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LocationTaber, AB
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CivicJobs.ca
#99202
Advertised until
2024-12-31
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