Deputy Chief Financial Officer

PERMANENT FULL-TIME 
($101,920 - $111,280/year)
(Competition #18-2024)
 
Community Profile
For almost 100 years, Kimberley was home to the Sullivan Mine, the largest lead/zinc mine in the world. Rather than disappear with the closure of the Sullivan, Kimberley has reinvented itself as a progressive community that is one of 14 Resort Municipalities in BC and home to 8,115 enthusiastic residents. Kimberley is about community first - our incredible recreation assets attract visitors, but it is the community that brings them back.

Kimberley has an impressive array of community assets, including 2 indoor ice surfaces, a curling center, an aquatic center, a conference center, the largest park in Western Canada, an arts center and much more. In addition, there are 100 km of roadways, 26 km of sidewalk and 36 km of pathways to maintain.

The asset management plan is executed by a best in class management team and staff.

Position Overview
The Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) oversees the Finance Department, assisting the Chief Financial Officer in ensuring financial objectives, statutory requirements, and financial reporting requirements are met. The DCFO has a significant role in the preparation of year end working papers, journal entries and annual financial statements in compliance with Canadian public sector accounting standards (PSAB) and Canadian generally accepted account principles (GAAP). This position also acts as the main contact for auditors during annual audits, as well as identifies, researches and implements new processes to improve efficiency. The DCFO also interacts and works with the public to resolve complex issues.

This is an exempt supervisory position. The DCFO is an effective leader who has the ability to develop cohesive teams that can achieve exceptional results, has the ability to build positive internal and external relations, and has excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
 
Qualifications
Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior finance capacity in local government or the private sector, as well as a minimum of 5 years’ experience
managing and supervising staff. Applicants must also be registered as a Chartered Professional Accountant and be a member in good standing.

A good place to be…
Surrounded by the beautiful Rocky and Purcell mountains in south- eastern British Columbia, the City of Kimberley is a good place to live, work, learn, and play. Kimberley is an active and dynamic resort community drawing athletes, sports and nature enthusiasts from all over Canada, the US, Europe and other international locations. Residents enjoy four seasons of recreational activities including golf (8 courses within a half hour drive), hiking (hundreds of kilometres of trails within and just outside of city limits), rafting/paddle sports (over 10 lakes in the surrounding area), and skiing (Kimberley Alpine Resort is just 3 minutes from downtown). The City has an active arts and festival scene, great restaurants, excellent schools, and offers a perfect balance of livelihood and lifestyle. With a growing population of 8,115, Kimberley offers affordable mountain living in close proximity to the Canadian Rockies International Airport (20 km), Cranbrook (29 km), and Calgary (393 km). And don’t forget, there is only one street light! Check us out at www.kimberley.ca.

Application Deadline
Tuesday, June 28, 2024
3:00 pm (MST)

Additional Information
This is a salaried position, based on a 37.5-hour work week, and relocation assistance may be provided to the successful applicant. Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a Police Information Check and a verification of their education credentials.
 
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to [email protected] referencing the specific competition #18-2024 by the application deadline. A detailed job description may be requested from the same email.
 
The City of Kimberley is an inclusive employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Organization: City of Kimberley

Region: East Kootenay / Rocky Mountain

Posted: June 4, 2024, 9:12 am

Expires: June 28, 2024, 3:00 pm

Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $101,920.00 to $111,280.00 Year