Manager of Finance The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass is Canada's southerly traveled corridor of the Rocky Mountains and is historically known for its scenic land of forests and peaks. The Municipality is recruiting for a Manager of Finance for an 18 month term (maternity leave October 2026-April 2028). If you are passionate about financial management in local government, have a CPA designation and progressive related experience we look forward to hearing form you.

MANAGER OF FINANCE REPORTS TO: Director of Finance The Manager of Finance is responsible for the professional leadership and managing the operational functions of the Finance department. The Manager will lead the budget process, ensure financial best practice, provide support to departments, and ensure policies and practices are followed. This role has supervisory responsibility for financial positions and supports and provides coverage for the Director of Finance.

Post-secondary degree in Finance or Accounting or suitable equivalent. # Professional accounting designation (CPA) or working towards designation. # A minimum of five years of progressive responsible experience in finance, with two of those years in a management capacity. Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, controls and experience in an accounting environment. Competent working knowledge and proficiency of compatible computer systems/software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamics/Diamond and Questica Budgeting software systems.

Experience with financial systems including property tax and assessment, utility structures, cash flow, debt, investment, risk management and insurance.



Municipal experience including competent working knowledge of bylaws, regulations and legislation.

Experience with information and communication system management, procurement, life cycle management.

Finance: Develop and implement the 3-year budget process and support departments with the development of capital and operating plans relative to 3-year budgeting in collaboration with the Director of Finance. Supervise and support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting and reporting functions. Prepares internal financial procedures to support policy and align with financial best practice and the MGA.

Assist in the management of treasury functions relating to cash flows, investments, debt, and reserves in accordance with established policies and practices. Reviews expenses to ensure compliance to purchasing policy and responsible use of municipal funds, follow up with staff and departments as required. Facilitate the year-end financial audit process and liaise with external auditors.

Assists with the procurement of banking, auditing, assessment and actuarial services. May support the director with asset management or information technology projects.



Assist and supports the Director of Finance and Financial Team in all matters relating to the financial operations of the Municipality in accordance with legislation and established policies and practices.

Assist the Director of Finance in providing personnel leadership of the Finance Department including hiring, promoting, succession planning, goal setting, information sharing, training, and performance evaluation. Directly supervises the work and activities undertaken by consulting and contract service providers for the Finance Department. A proven record of being able to motivate, plan, direct and evaluate people and activities of a broad based municipal organization.

Leads with a strong sense of service delivery while integrating financial planning, budgeting, and management reporting. Demonstrates a strong ability to work within a public sector setting and is politically astute.

Strong Service Delivery: Ability to prioritize and provide excellent service delivery to internal customers such as the Director, CAO and Department Heads by handling concerns, and assisting with budgeting and financial reporting that meets their needs within legislative requirements.

Organizational Skills: Able to simplify often complex administrative and service matters, an ability to separate important issues and prioritize work initiatives. The Municipality of Crowsnest Pass offers an engaging work environment, a great team, competitive salary, paid days off, full benefit package including optional participation in an RRSP matching program.

📌 Finance Manager - Financial Accounting (Alberta)
🏢 Municipality of Crowsnest Pass
📍 Alberta