Director of Finance & Corporate Services

Town of Drumheller; Drumheller; On-site; CAD 136,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Drumheller seeks an experienced Director of Finance & Corporate Services to guide financial sustainability and strategic planning at the senior level. You will lead financial operations, corporate services, and organizational planning, reporting to the CAO.

Requirements include CPA (preferred), 7+ years in finance, 5+ years in leadership, and municipal/government experience. Join a dynamic team shaping public service excellence in Drumheller.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, public administration, or related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Seven years of progressively responsible finance experience.
• Five years of management or senior leadership experience.
• Municipal government, public sector, or comparable environment experience.
• Knowledge of financial management, taxation, HR, labour relations, and organizational leadership.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

• Financial planning, budgeting, reporting, taxation, and auditing.
• Human resources, workforce planning, labour relations, and payroll.
• Procurement and corporate administration.
• Information technology governance and contracted services.
• Property assessment services and vendor management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance/public administration

CPA designation (preferred)

Job description

Town of Drumheller

Director of Finance & Corporate Services

Job Type
Executive Opportunities
Competition Number
JP45-2026
Closing date
Sep 25, 2026
Job Description
The Town of Drumheller is seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Director of Finance & Corporate Services. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, this executive position provides leadership over the Town's financial operations, corporate services, and organizational planning. The successful candidate will help guide financial sustainability, support informed decision-making, and contribute to the delivery of exceptional municipal services.

• Financial planning, budgeting, reporting, taxation, and auditing
• Human resources, workforce planning, labour relations, and payroll
• Procurement and corporate administration
• Information technology governance and contracted services
• Property assessment services and vendor management

Working closely with the CAO, Council, and departmental leaders, you will help shape organizational priorities, ensure responsible stewardship of public resources, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Post‑secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field
• CPA designation (preferred)
• Seven years of progressively responsible finance experience
• Five years of management or senior leadership experience
• Experience in municipal government, the public sector, or a comparable environment
• Knowledge of financial management, taxation, human resources, labour relations, and organizational leadership
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

Most importantly, we are seeking a leader who demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, strategic thinking, political awareness, and a strong commitment to public service.
Why Drumheller?
Located in the heart of the badlands, and an international landmark as the “Dinosaur Capital of the World”, Drumheller offers an exceptional quality of life, a friendly and welcoming community, and a unique opportunity to shape the future of a growing municipality.
If you are an experienced finance and corporate services professional looking for a rewarding executive leadership opportunity, we invite you to explore this exciting role and review the full job description.

Other Information:
Payroll Category:Salary
Employment Category: Permanent Full-Time
Union Category: Out-of-Scope
Pay Grid Category: Director, $135,971 to $172,228 annually
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Ready to make your mark?
View the full job description and apply: www.drumheller.ca/your-municipality/career-opportunities