Treasurer - Township of Chatsworth - Ward & Uptigrove Human Resources Solutions

Description

Why join our team?

· Experience lifestyle benefits through the essence of small-town Ontario living

· Collaborate in a team environment that is innovative, adaptable, and approachable

· Competitive wage set on a 40-hour work week and to be negotiated based on experience and qualifications

· Comprehensive benefits package and OMERS pension

· Opportunity to discuss a hybrid in office and work from home schedule

· Receive one additional week of vacation in lieu of attendance at council meetings and potential extended tax season hours

Allow us to introduce ourselves

The Township of Chatsworth is located just south of Owen Sound in the centre of scenic Grey County and is only a short two-hour drive from the GTA and other major cities. Rural and rustic in nature, Chatsworth boasts popular recreational areas including scenic waterfalls, inland lakes, and the Niagara Escarpment.

Chatsworth continues to meet the needs of its residents through strong leadership, public engagement, fiscal accountability and a proactive community strategy. Council and staff are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere that continues to build a community that supports its residents and staff.

Your Opportunity

· Work as part of the Senior Management Team ensuring the Township's financial statutory obligations are met

· Manage the Finance Department's day to day operations including supervision of staff and providing financial oversight for all departments to ensure operations are within approved budgets and within purchasing policies

· Oversee the Township's monetary investments as well as develop and maintain the Asset Management Plan

· Administer the annual operating and capital budgets taking capital planning, forecasting expenditures and project funding into account

· Calculate the annual tax rate from the budget process and make recommendations to Council

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Administrative Officer and Council and/or as may be required by law

What it Takes to do the Job

· Degree in Accounting/Finance, Public or Business Administration or related field

· Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or significant progression towards designation

· Certified Municipal Officer (CMO) or Municipal Finance Officer (MFO) designation is considered an asset

· A minimum of five (5) years related municipal experience including three (3) years in a supervisory role or equivalent financial experience in the private sector

· Extensive knowledge, understanding and interpretation of financial legislative requirements

· Superior ability to lead, motivate and direct a team

What You Bring to the Team

Your personal attributes are as important to us as your qualifications. We are seeking someone who:

· Has the ability to build relationships, empower others, and develop a team

· Is a confident, dynamic and effective communicator

· Has the ability to be a strategic and critical thinker in their problem-solving approach

· Has the ability to be flexible

· Takes pride in their work and demonstrates integrity

We Would Love to Hear from You

We want to learn about your unique talents and how they would help you succeed in this role. If you are interested in this unique opportunity, we invite you to send your resume and cover letter in confidence via e-mail to:

Ward & Uptigrove HR Solutions

Attention: Hanne Nauwelaerts, CHRP

E-mail: -

Deadline to Apply: May 29, 2024 by 11:59pm

The Township of Chatsworth would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be treated in strict confidence. Any personal information that is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will be used onlyfor job selection purposes. Accommodations will be provided upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) during the interview process.