Director of Finance/Deputy City Manager
Under general direction of the City Manager, the Director of Finance/Deputy City Manager is responsible for co-ordinating all financial management, control, reporting and purchasing functions of the City. The incumbent must provide all statutory financial duties as prescribed in the Municipal Act. This position administers an annual operating budget with full responsibility for investments, assets, and capital debt administration.
The ideal candidate requires specific knowledge of municipal accounting and treasury functions acquired through the completion of a recognized accounting designation. The certificate in Manitoba Municipal Administration would be considered an asset. The ideal candidate would have five (5) years’ experience in a municipal financial management capacity including budget planning and control, personnel management, strategic planning, oral and written communication skills and policy preparation.
The successful applicant will also have the ability to communicate effectively with employees and the general public and will demonstrate strong leadership skills.
This position offers a competitive salary and benefit package.
HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, 1 hour for lunch, Monday to Friday. This position is responsible for attending Council and Council Committee meeting that fall outside of the regular work hours.
SCOPE: The position falls within the MANAGEMENT & CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AGREEMENT and is subject to all terms and conditions.
Please forward resumes to the attention of the Human Resources Officer, City of Portage la Prairie, 97 Saskatchewan Ave. East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0L8, or FAX to (204) 239-1532 or drop off applications at City Hall. Email address: hr@city-plap.com. Applications must be received no later than 4:30 pm on Thursday December 31st, 2015 and marked “Director of Finance/Deputy City Manager”.
We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Requires specific knowledge of municipal accounting and treasury functions acquired through the completion of a recognized accounting designation. The certificate in Manitoba Municipal Administration would be considered an asset. The ideal candidate would have five (5) years’ experience in a municipal financial management capacity including budget planning and control, personnel management, strategic planning, oral and written communication skills and policy preparation.
$86,255 - $101,476 2016 rate plus benefit package
City of Portage La Prairie
97 Saskatchewan Ave E
Portage La Prairie Manitoba
Canada R1N 0L8
