Manager of Finance and Administration

Job Responsibility:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager of Finance & Administration. This position is well suited to a seasoned CPA in search of a work-life balance, with the opportunity to work in one of PEI's most beautiful and fastest growing municipalities.

As a key member of our management team, in this hands-on role, your responsibilities range from day-to-day operations to strategic planning. You will report to the Director of Finance/Deputy CAO and have complete responsibility for full-cycle accounting.

Your primary responsibilities include:

· Managing and directing the financial operations and ensuring compliance with municipal government and accounting policies and regulations

· Providing advice and assistance on fiscal matters to the CAO and managers to support operational decision making

· Supervising, mentoring, and sharing financial expertise with administrative staff to ensure the professional development of staff is recognized and supported

· Developing and implementing organizational and departmental polices for efficiency and risk management purposes

· Serving as liaison with bank representatives, external auditors, CRA, provincial government departments, and other stakeholders as required

· Ensuring accuracy and timely completion of day-to-day activities, including AR, AP, payroll (associated records, Collective Agreement management), WCB, bank reconciliations, HST compliance and returns

· Compiling monthly financial statements and presenting to the CAO and Town Council

· Preparing monthly and year end working papers

· Completing grant applications, with associated reporting requirements

· Creating the annual budget in collaboration with the CAO, Deputy CAO, and department managers

· Managing the financial reporting associated with capital asset and capital project initiatives

Qualifications:

· CPA designation -demonstrated equivalencies will be considered

· Minimum experience of seven (7) years - municipal accounting experience considered a definite asset

· Ability and willingness to successfully work at all levels, from entry level through to final annual financial statements

· Considerable knowledge and experience in all areas of daily accounting functions, including GL, AR, AP, HST, and payroll

· Considerable senior level experience, with a collaborative approach, in budgeting, financial planning, and administration

· HR management experience

Hours of Work:

· 8:30-4:30

· Town Council & Committee Meetings

Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Group Insurance

· RRSP Contribution

· 35-hour work week

Deadline for Submission: June 13

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Director of Finance/Deputy CAO

N. MacRae

View email address on ca.edajobs.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person