Manager Of Financial Services

Department of Financial Services: Manager of Financial Services

Job Title
Manager of Financial Services

About the Role

The Manager of Financial Services is responsible for the accuracy, reliability and dependability of the Municipality’s financial records, processes, and internal controls. This position ensures that financial reporting requirements are done in a timely and accurate manner and manages a team of Financial professionals that include the Payroll and Benefits Officer, the Finance Officer, and the Revenue Officer.

The Manager of Financial Services reports to the Director of Financial Services.

Responsibilities and Duties a. Ensure the Municipality’s audit processes are conducted effectively and efficiently. b. Develop accounting policies and procedures that promote accuracy and efficiency. c. Build and maintain strong and effective internal controls to mitigate risk and avoid errors or fraud. d. Oversee a team of Financial professionals and provide them with training, coaching and performance management. e. Address any team performance issues that arise. f. Ensure accurate and timely internal and external financial reports are prepared, which includes the development of recurring reports. g. Ensure the Municipality’s financial operations are in compliance with all applicable legislation, standards and policies. h. Serve as the Director of Financial Services in their absence. i. Keep current with the latest financial and accounting trends, legislative changes, and best practices to implement within the Department. j. Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

a. A degree from a recognized university in Commerce or Business Administration with a
Chartered Professional Accountant designation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

b. Minimum of two years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory position

c. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Sector

Accounting Board pronouncements (PSAB) and the Nova Scotia Financial Reporting and Accounting Manual (FRAM).

d. Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and the Municipal
Government Act.

e. Outstanding conflict management, decision making and analytical skills.

f. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

g. Exceptional leadership skills.

h. Ability to prioritize tasks.

i. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

j. Experience working with Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office programs and

SAP software.

k. Previous experience in a public sector financial environment is considered an asset.

Salary and Benefits

The Municipality has an approved salary scale for this position. Placement and incremental increases on this scale are based on qualifications, experience and demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of this position.

Job Level 7 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6
$73,840 $76,570 $79,300 $82,030 $84,760 $87,490

This is a full-time position based at the Municipality’s offices located in Upper Nappan, Nova Scotia and involves travel to other service centres as required.

The Municipality’s Personnel Policy should be referred to for additional information regarding conditions of employment.

Please visit our website for more details at www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca

Deadline for resumes is Monday, February 5, 2024, at 1:00 pm.

Please forward your resumes to:

Municipality of the County of Cumberland
Kellie Seaman, Human Resources Generalist

1395 Blair Lake Rd
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y4

kseaman@cumberlandcounty.ns.ca

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $73,840.00-$87,490.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y4 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y4: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person