Manager, Finance in Edmonton

Are you interested in working for a progressive organization that supports its employees and promotes a healthy work culture? Are you looking for work-life balance, and do you love spending time outdoors and being one with nature? Apply now for an opportunity to work at Lac La Biche County. We want you to join our team!

Lac La Biche County is rich in lakes, parks, and outdoor experiences, and home to some of Alberta’s top industries. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches!

The Organization: Lac La Biche County is driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast-paced, and fulfilling work environment.

Lac La Biche County is seeking an experienced and collaborative financial leader to join our Corporate Services Division as Manager, Finance. Reporting to the General Manager, Corporate Services Division, the Manager, Finance provides leadership for the County’s financial services, procurement functions, and related financial systems. This position leads a team of finance professionals and plays an important role in ensuring strong financial stewardship, legislative compliance, effective internal controls, and informed corporate decision-making.

The Opportunity: As Manager, Finance, you will provide leadership and financial expertise across the organization. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching and supporting Finance staff while promoting accountability, teamwork, and service excellence.
• Leading the County’s annual operating and capital budget processes, including planning, consolidation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, year-end activities, and the external audit.
• Monitoring financial performance, analyzing trends and variances, and providing recommendations to support sound decision-making.
• Providing financial advice and analysis to senior leadership and departments on business cases, capital projects, funding opportunities, and corporate initiatives.
• Developing and maintaining effective financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Providing oversight of procurement and contract administration and identifying opportunities for cost savings and best value.
• Supporting improvements to financial systems, reporting tools and business processes.
• Building effective working relationships with departments, Council, external auditors, vendors, and other stakeholders.

What You Bring: The successful candidate will have:

• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible related experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, internal controls, audit practices, procurement, and contract administration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop employees, manage competing priorities, and deliver accurate work within established deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into practical advice.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, along with sound judgement and political sensitivity.
• Proficiency with financial, budgeting and reporting systems and Microsoft 365 applications.

This is an opportunity to take on a key leadership role within the organization and contribute to the County’s financial sustainability and continuous improvement. You will work closely with senior leadership and departments across the organization while leading a professional team responsible for essential corporate financial services.

Status: Permanent full-time

Hours: Based on 1820 hours annually, 35 hour work week, with a 7 hour workday, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours may be required during budget, year-end, emergencies, or other designated activities.

What We Offer You:

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary to commensurate with qualifications, experience, and senior leadership responsibilities. Salary range $119,719.60 to $154,154.00 annually ($65.78 to $84.70 hourly).
• 100% Employer-Paid Health & Benefits: Full Sun Life health and dental coverage for you and your family (3 month waiting period).
• Pension: Participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP).
• Employee & Family Support: Access to the TELUS Health Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Income Protection: Paid sick leave, long-term disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Vacation & Leave: A competitive leave program including 15 days of prorated biweekly vacation, 12 personal health leave days, and 8 managerial days annually provided in lieu of overtime, supporting work-life balance and flexibility.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support leadership growth and continuous learning.
• Wellness & Lifestyle: All-access pass to the Bold Centre, including fitness and aquatic facilities. An active Social Committee and a collaborative, positive workplace culture.
• Community & Lifestyle: Enjoy a family-friendly, sports-oriented rural community with a beautiful lakefront setting, affordable housing, and a reasonable cost of living.
• Relocation Support: Relocation assistance may be available to support a smooth transition to Lac La Biche County in exchange for a return for service agreement.

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.