Job Opportunities Chief Financial Officer

Position Summary

Reporting to the City Manager, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads a dedicated team while managing the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Financial Strategy & Sustainability division. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO oversees three departments with approximately 200 employees, providing strategic leadership for City programs and services and demonstrating robust financial stewardship.

Responsibilities

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  • Leadership & Oversight: Manage the corporate financial functions, including Corporate Controller (Accounting & Financial Reporting), Financial Planning & Analysis and Treasury, Land, Real Estate, & Economic Development, and Assessment & Property Revenue Services. Ensure alignment with the City's mission, vision, and values.
  
  
  • Strategic Financial Planning: Develop sustainable financial plans, secure long-term financing, and manage large-scale capital projects with budget management, cost-benefit analysis, and forecasting.
  
  
  • Business Transformation: Lead the Planning, Budgeting & Analysis Project to improve processes and ensure efficiency and better alignment between the City’s Planning and Budgeting Activities.
  
  
  • Stakeholder Relationships: Foster productive long-term relationships with diverse stakeholders, including City Council, ensuring transparency and effective communication.
  
  
  • Change Management: Facilitate a shift from transactional services to strategic partnerships, motivating employees to embrace a proactive and robust approach.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

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  • Education: Minimum of a Professional Accounting Designation, Finance, Public Management, Urban Planning, or related discipline. A master's degree and public sector accounting experience are assets.
  
  
  • Experience: At least 7 years of senior-level experience in municipal, provincial, or federal government settings or in major, multi-divisional corporate structures.
  
  
  • Skills & Abilities: Expertise in change management, complex problem solving, strategic decision-making, financial management, and business transformation. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.
  
  
  
  

Key Competencies

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  • Strategic Development & Implementation: Craft and execute strategies aligning with organizational goals.
  
  
  • Financial Management: Ensure operational efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
  
  
  • Change Management: Guide organizations through transitions, fostering adaptability.
  
  
  • Political Acumen & Corporate Governance: Navigate political dynamics and ensure accountability and ethical conduct.
  
  
  • Executive Leadership: Sponsor and oversee major projects to successful outcomes.
  
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial sustainability and strategic direction of our city. As CFO, you will lead a dedicated team, drive transformational projects, and work closely with City Council and other stakeholders to shape the future of our community.

How to Apply: If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for driving organizational excellence, we invite you to apply by providing your resume to [email protected] ; Nathan Pariseau, Senior Associate at DHR Global.