Manager of Financial Services - Amherst, Canada - Town of Amherst

Description

THE ROLE

We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented manager that promotes a positive, professional image of the Town of Amherst. The Manager of Financial Services is a member of the finance team and will work in collaboration with the Director of Finance in a broad range of duties including budget preparation, internal auditing, accounting and financial reporting. The Manager of Financial Services will take a lead position in the annual audit process and provide day-to-day supervision, training and leadership to a team of four financial services staff which include Accounting Clerk/Accounts Payable, Revenue Officer, Water/Sewer Billing Clerk and Cashier/Customer Service. The Manager of Financial Services will also provide back up to the Director of Finance.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• University Commerce/Business Degree
• Professional accounting designation preferred

Experience:

• Five years of post-graduate experience, preferably in a municipal government environment
• Combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of finance and accounting functions.
• Minimum of two years' experience in a managerial or supervisory position.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and the Nova Scotia Financial Reporting and Accounting Manual (FRAM).
• Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
• Basic knowledge of the Municipal Government Act and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) regulations would be an asset.
• Experience in SAP software would be an asset.
• Committed to managing confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent verbal, written, listening and communications skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Permanent Full-time (35 hours per week)
• Salary: $80,200 to $90,389 per year
• Satisfactory criminal records check at the sole discretion of the CAO

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested individuals are asked to forward their resume and cover letter, by 4:30pm on March 22, 2024 to:

Sandi Embree, Human Resources Administrator

98 Victoria St E

Amherst, NS

B4H 1X6

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Town of Amherst is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity and all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender and/or gender identity or expression, disability or national origin in accordance with the Nova Scotia Humans Right code.

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