Chief Financial Officer ~ Closed
City of Powell River
Come for the Lifestyle and Stay for the Job
The City of Powell River, “Coastal by Nature,” is pleased to announce they are searching for a skilled Chief Financial Officer to join their dedicated team.
The Sunshine Coast of BC, long touted as a 180 KM stretch of paradise, gains its rich heritage from the original inhabitants – the Coast Salish people. It is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventure with growing industry sectors in technology, retail and tourism. Located a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River, offers a mix of urban and rural living in a naturally beautiful setting.
The City of Powell River is seeking an energetic leader to oversee and manage the Finance Department which includes both finance and IT. As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) you will be responsible for discharging the responsibilities assigned to the Financial Officer under the BC Community Charter. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the CFO is responsible for all general financial administration, oversees the efficient organization and operation of the Finance Department, and mitigates risk. This role is responsible for matters relating to information technology by maintaining and enhancing the City’s IT function through planning, implementing and sound policies. As part of the senior leadership team, you promote strategic thought and action throughout the organization to implement the vision and service priorities of Council. This diverse role requires an excellent communicator and a diplomatic leader with a sound financial background.
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You bring high quality professional standards and practices with your experience in finance, as well as supervisory experience to this role on the Management Team of the City. As an innovative leader and strong communicator, you ensure the provision of quality financial programs and policies and ensure financial objectives are met. This role provides short and long-range planning for the department and participates in the overall strategic direction for the City. You are a strong leader with the ability to motivate and manage your diverse team including recruitment, evaluation, performance, and attendance management. You are able to effectively manage the department’s budget, administration, and records. Sound financial acumen and conceptual planning skills are essential.
You have completed a professional accounting designation and have obtained a degree in business or finance. You have a minimum of five years working management experience combined with ten years of progressive accounting and finance experience. Some previous public or local government experience, preferably in a municipal environment is required. Familiarity with computerized financial systems is preferred. Well-developed organizational, time management, computer, and interpersonal skills are also required. The City is looking for a CFO with well-developed participative leadership skills and a team player capable of working effectively in a council and community driven environment.
If you possess strong problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to serve the community of Powell River, be engaged in meaningful work, earn competitive compensation and live in a spectacular community with abundant natural beauty, water and mountain activities, cultural events, and community services. If this sounds like the position for you, we would love to hear from you. Please respond with a résumé and covering letter outlining why you are interested in this position to: hello@praxisrecruitment.ca no later than 4:00 pm on March 31, 2022.
Praxis Recruitment is a Recruitment Firm located on the Sunshine Coast (the traditional and unceded homelands of the shíshálh and Skwxwú7mesh Nations) in beautiful British Columbia. We provide exceptional customer service and operate with the highest level of respect to our clients and applicants.
