Job Order Detail

Description

The Corporate Services Division of the City of Swift Current is looking for a qualified Director, Financial Services to join our team of professionals to contribute to the development and implementation of the overall strategic direction of our organization through leadership, innovation, and commitment as we strive to advance our community, strengthen our economic sustainability and prosperity, enhance city operations and services, as well as strengthen our people, leadership and governance.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Strategic Operations, the Director oversees all areas of financial services operations, financial planning and modelling, treasury management, procurement and inventory management, as well as financial compliance and reporting. The Director is a key member of the management team and works collaboratively with all City Divisions and Departments to provide advice to management, while also building relationships through engagement with all staff.

Essential Minimum Qualifications include:
Education, Designations and Certifications:
University Degree in Commerce or Business. Other related disciplines may also be considered.
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
Previous training or certification in project or change management is preferred.
Willingness to become Safe Places  Aware Certified including the completion of the Government of Saskatchewans Duty to Report Training and the completion of a Criminal Record Check.

Experience:
Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in a management role in Financial Services is required.
Experience leading and executing change management processes and projects.
Experience in a public sector environment, specifically municipal government, is preferred.