Lead municipal financial strategy and governance as Chief Financial Officer with the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this executive leads Financial Services, Procurement, and Assessment and Taxation. The mandate includes long-term planning, budgeting, reporting, governance, and strategic financial advice. Success requires financial expertise, business acumen, decisive judgment, and exceptional communication within a complex public-sector organization.

Key Responsibilities: Lead financial strategy, long-term planning, budgeting, reporting, and governance

Advise the CAO, Council, and senior leadership

Oversee Financial Services, Procurement, and Assessment and Taxation

Champion sustainability, improvement,



and informed decision-making

Present complex financial information clearly to stakeholders

Requirements: Minimum 15 years of progressive financial or corporate services leadership

At least five years at senior management level

CPA designation and relevant accounting, finance, or business degree

Knowledge of public-sector accounting and municipal administration

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills

Bring strategic planning, financial governance, and cooperative executive leadership to the Municipality’s accountable, data-driven organization.

📌 Municipal Chief Financial Officer (Edmonton)
🏢 Aplin
📍 Edmonton