Invites applications for a
Temporary, Full-Time
Project Accountant – Flood Renewal
Term Ends: October 31, 2017
$42.75 to $46.24/hour
The Town of High River is seeking a positive, team focused professional for an opening as a Temporary Project Accountant - Flood Renewal. The successful candidate for this position will exemplify the values of the Town (respectful, ethical, transparent and always acting in the best interest of the community), and have proven professional accomplishment in their field.
This is a temporary position that coordinates and supports the financial services activities within the Town’s Flood Renewal projects to ensure systems, processes and procedures support financial accountability and transparency and are consistent with the established financial systems used by the Town. The focus of this position will be providing support to the Town in all aspects of financial planning as it relates to flood recovery and mitigation projects from the June 2013 flood event. This position will report to the Manager of Financial Services - Renewal, but will work closely with the entire finance team.
To qualify for this position, you will possess:
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Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree in accounting or equivalent related education.
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Five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
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Advanced skills in MS Excel.
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The ability to work effectively and efficiently and able to work well under pressure while dealing with contentious and complex matters.
Additional consideration will be provided to those whom have:
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Municipal accounting experience or progressive experience in a financial setting.
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Ability to interpret contracts, tender documents, grant/funding agreements, municipal legislation, etc.
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Knowledge of the Municipal Government Act or other government and legislative financial management policies.
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Knowledge of the Disaster Relief Program (DRP) or other government disaster relief programs.
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Knowledge of Bellamy municipal software is an asset.
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Previous management or supervisory experience.
We are “doing it better, being innovative, and daring to be different.”
To explore this career opportunity, or to find additional information, please visit our website at www.highriver.ca, click on Careers and apply through our online application process. Please submit your resume and cover letter no later than October 3, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. Questions or inquiries can be emailed to opportunities@highriver.ca.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Town of High River
309 B Macleod Trail SW
High River, Alberta
Canada T1V 1Z5
