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CFO (chief financial officer) - financial, communications and other business services
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Chief Financial Officer
Posted on June 26, 2024 by Employer details Town of Okotoks
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Town of OkotoksChief Financial Officer(Flexible/ Hybrid Work Model)About the Opportunity - Chief Financial OfficerDue to an upcoming retirement, the Town is looking for its next CFO who can build on the great work already in place. The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior strategic partner who is responsible for providing financial leadership and direction to the organization that supports both Council and corporate goals and priorities.The CFO is a designated professional who provides appropriate advice for the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO, Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) and Council on all relevant financial matters. The CFO is responsible for coordination of the budget process, long term financial planning and reporting requirements as well as risk management and the development and monitoring of control systems. The key to success is a smooth integration with the strategy department and aligning financial goals with the business plan. This position also provides strategic leadership and oversite for all financial and accounting operational functions, including budget strategy and management, analysis, financial forecasting, sustainability and reporting. Departments under the purview of the CFO include Purchasing, Finance/Accounting, and Asset Management.The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a finance professional that serves as a strategic partner to both Council and Administration. This CFO must see the ?big picture? and be able to tie the financial processes to the broader business plan and guide the Strategic Leadership Team to build a financial plan and narrative for Council and the community- to tell the story!To do this the next CFO must be strategic in their thinking, see the bigger picture, understand the nuances of relationships, and most importantly anticipate the needs of the CAO and Council as they work with the community to achieve the community?s strategic priorities. The most important competencies for this role are:Strategic planning Political acumen, diplomacy and confidentiality Project management Problem solving & sound decision making at a strategic leadership level Highly developed interpersonal skills Highly developed communication & presentation skills Analysis and attention to detail and, Change managementResponsibilities Strategic Planning & Management: Organizational Strategy & Business Planning: Support the organization, including Council and Strategic Leadership Team with strategic financial direction. Participate in key decisions as a member of the Strategic Leadership Team and provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities. Participate in the development of short, medium and long-term plans and programs. Provide expertise in evaluation and impact of long-term planning, introduction of new programs and initiatives and regulatory action from a financial strategy perspective. Develop timely business plans and strategic initiatives and associated budgets that maximize organizational capacity, maintain established service levels and support the corporate strategic plan in accordance with established timelines and addressing Council and corporate goals. Support the development of performance measures that support the strategic direction. Provide guidance on strategy, managing operational issues that are atypical or have the potential for negative financial, operational, legal or reputational impact; Financial Planning, Budgeting & Systems: Develop, implement, and monitor the municipal budget, including revenue projections, expenditure allocations, variances and long-term financial and strategic planning. This involves collaboration with business centers and leadership to ensure alignment with the municipality's strategic goals and priorities and Corporate Business Plan. Act as a key stakeholder in the implementation, management, and utilization of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Leveraging financ- LocationOkotoks, AB
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #95820
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