General Manager of Corporate Services

Overview

Lac Ste. Anne County is seeking a dynamic leader for the position of General Manager of Corporate Services. This position is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, and guidance in matters relating to Finance, Assessment and Taxation, and Legislative Services.

The successful incumbent will hold responsibility for the following essential functions (but not limited to):

• Responsible for directing a range of Corporate Services Functions, including Financial Services, Property Assessment and Taxation, and Legislative Services.
• Ensure proper administration of the County and Commission's financial affairs.
• Perform leadership and performance management responsibilities regarding direct reports, as well as any staff, contractors, or consultants assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Provide fiscal support for Lac Ste. Anne County, including financial administration and reporting, forecasting, and capital project financing.
• Provide leadership in the identification, completion, and reporting of Grant applications.
• Fill the role of the County’s chief financial officer and signatory, directing all accounting functions, including credit control, preparing budgets and financial statements, monitoring expenditure, managing investment, reporting financial performance, and providing timely financial data.
• Oversee the Property Assessment and Taxation department and ensure property evaluations are complete and compliant with Municipal Regulations.
• Advise the Chief Administrative Officer in the formulation of budget, financial management, personnel, and general administrative and organizational development.
• Lead legislative and support teams relating to records management, office administration, customer service, and Council Support.
• Ensure that all aspects of risk management, insurance, administration office security, financial asset security, and worker’s compensation reporting are addressed within the Corporate Services Department.
• Participate on applicable boards, committees, and agencies to provide advice and assistance, ensuring that all statements and recommendations reflect the best interest of the County.
• Attend Council and committee meetings, providing information and support to governance functions, as required.
• Translate Council objectives into respective departmental goals by ensuring clear understanding and communication.
• Monitor departmental performance and operation to ensure compliance with County policies and Council direction; enable or enhance performance, as required.
• Establish and coordinate the review, updating, and implementation of long-range planning processes.
• Ensure the programs and policies of the County are maintained in a cost-efficient and effective manner.
• Foster positive and professional relationships with ratepayers, fellow staff members, County Council, and all other related third parties.

• A Chartered Accountant (CA) or advanced Accounting Degree is required.
• Post-secondary education in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Municipal Administration), combined with a professional accounting designation. Considerable experience or progress towards the designation may be considered for otherwise qualified candidates.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant and related work experience in municipal finance, preferably in a senior management role and leading in a team environment.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques related to accounting and finance, especially as it relates to the Municipal Government Act, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Public Sector Accounting Guidelines.
• Experience in a Senior Manager role with a focus on providing leadership to multiple business units.
• Considerable experience in strategic planning and delivering programming in support of strategic initiatives.

Ranges from $134,000 to $169,000 annually.

Benefits:
Robust benefit package and defined benefit pension plan.

Hours of Work:
This position is based on 35 hours per week.

Closing date:
Opportunity will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

If this position is right for you – please send your resume to . Lac Ste. Anne County thanks all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.