The Budget Coordinator supports organization-wide budget development and is responsible for coordinating the collaborative creation of Strathcona County's rolling multi-year operating and capital budgets. This position delivers comprehensive financial analysis that supports strategic alignment and drives predictive decision making. The role evaluates complex financial information and provides substantiated recommendations to the Financial Planning branch and management to support corporate budgeting and long-term planning processes which help inform recommendations to Executive Team and Council.

This posting is for one temporary full-time position up to 18 months. Support analysis and compilation of departmental budget submissions for alignment with strategic goals and operational objectives, resolving inconsistencies where necessary Administration of corporate budget applications including requests, enhancements, and process stability Support funding projects for multi-year operating and capital budgets and advising budget owners on available funding sources through the business case intake process Supports financial planning and budget development by administering operating budget change requests, salary and benefit data, and budget amendments in compliance with provincial legislation and defined timelines Communicate operating and capital budget guidelines and procedures, providing training, technical support and troubleshooting for the corporate budget application Completion of a related degree and a minimum of 3 years of directly related budgeting experience,



preferably in a municipal environment A professional accounting designation (CPA) completed or in progress would be considered an asset Understanding of PSAS (Public Sector Accounting Standards) A strong understanding of current regional budget impacts and issues and the ability to translate complex financial data into accessible insights that support forward-looking decision-making across the organization Robust attention to detail, with the ability to present complex financial content in a clear and accessible way Ability to foster a culture of customer service excellence by providing informed and actionable financial and business advice to departments Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including technical competency to work with financial information/integrated ERP systems and software Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Our vision is to become Canada's most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Extended health and dental coverage Health and wellness spending account Life and disability insurance Retirement and pension programs Employee and family assistance program Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve.

📌 Senior Budget Coordinator (Sherwood Park)
🏢 Strathcona County
📍 Sherwood Park