Director - Finance & Administration

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 63423
Ministry: Municipal Affairs
Location: Hanna
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 8, 2024
Classification: Senior Manager Zone 2 (M42Z2)
Salary: $4,274.26 to $5,427.68 bi-weekly $111,558 - $141,662 /year

QUALIFICATIONS

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Required: University graduation in a field related to the position assignment (Public Administration, Business, Economics)) PLUS ten (10) years progressively responsible experience or equivalent as described. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Chair of the Special Areas Board, the Director of Finance & Administration is responsible for the overall administration and management of financial, information (technology), and administrative systems for the Special Areas Board This position leads professional and technical teams who are responsible for areas including: financial reporting and policy, administrative operations, and governance structures of the Board. Providing professional, quality and timely budgeting, financial statement preparation, public presentation of results, forecasting and financial analysis are key areas. Ensuring effective financial oversight for all transactions, and policy and operational standards are met for compliance with the Special Areas Act, Financial Administration Act and the Government Accountability Act. Acting in the capacity of an Expenditure Officer and Accounting Officer to support both the operational and governance roles of the organization.
Given the unique challenges of managing vast rural areas (245 townships; over 5 million acres) with limited population and resources, this role is vital in ensuring financial management is conducted efficiently and transparently, aligning with provincial regulations while optimizing resource allocation. Creativity and new approaches are required to resolve issues. Historically, this role has been key to providing support to municipalities and organizations in the region, including matters related to financial systems, governance, and regional programs.
The Director of Finance & Administration is crucial for maintaining robust administrative systems that support the Board’s operational effectiveness, including grant coordination/reporting, accounts payable, procurement, IT infrastructure, Risk Management, and compliance with public sector governance standards. This role ensures the long-term financial, as well as operational sustainability of the Special Areas, supporting strategic decision-making, and maintains operational continuity, which is critical in rural environments where municipal services are often the backbone of the community. This position is key to safeguarding the economic health and administrative efficiency of the Special Areas Board, ensuring it can continue providing essential services to its residents and meet provincial expectations under the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• EFFICIENT FINANCIAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENTDevelop and manage the multi-year budget process, ensuring alignment with Special Areas Board strategic goals and provincial policies.
• Effective Administrative Support for OperationsDirect procurement processes to ensure cost-effective and legislative compliance with acquisition of goods and services.
• STRONG GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORKEnsure regular and accurate preparation of reports, presentations, and financial statements for the Special Areas Board and senior leadership.
• Strategic Financial and Administrative LeadershipProvide strategic financial insights to support the SAB’s long-term planning and operational decision-making. Participate as part of the senior leadership team in shaping and executing the organization’s strategic plan.
• SUSTAINABLE FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL PRACTICESLead financial forecasting and scenario planning to ensure SAB’s financial sustainability in the face of changing economic conditions. Implement continuous improvement initiatives in financial and administrative processes to optimize costs and enhance service delivery.
• ASSESSMENT SERVICESEnsuring that SAB’s assessment system is both current and accurate.
• SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARDLead process to deal with any appeals received to ensure a timely hearing is conducted and decision made within the timeframes required by legislation.
• Local (Municipal) Election - Ensure the local election process is fair, transparent and aligned with Local Elections Authorities Act. Acting as Returning Officer.