Finance Manager

Town of Drumheller; Drumheller; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LAPP pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Town of Drumheller is seeking a Finance Manager to lead day-to-day financial operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, you will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant finances while providing visibility and growth potential.

Responsibilities include accounting, budget coordination, forecasting, year-end procedures, financial reporting, taxation, payroll, and supervision of finance staff. Municipal/public-sector experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or related field.
• CPA designation (or equivalent); municipal/public sector credentials are assets.
• Five years of progressively responsible accounting, budgeting, reporting, and financial systems experience.
• At least three years of supervisory or management experience.
• Municipal or public-sector experience preferred; NACLAA Level I/II or equivalent is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Accounting, general ledger, month-end and year-end procedures.
• Budget coordination, forecasting, variance reporting, and financial analysis.
• Financial reporting, statutory filings, and support for the annual audit.
• Property assessment, taxation, and utilities administration.
• Payroll coordination, receivables, payables, and internal financial controls.
• Supervision, coaching, and development of Finance staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Sound judgment

Prioritization

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance

CPA designation or equivalent

Job description

Town of Drumheller

Finance Manager

Job Type
Finance /Accounting / Economics
Competition Number
JP46-2026
Closing date
Sep 25, 2026
Job Description
The Town of Drumheller is looking for a capable, motivated finance professional to lead our day-to-day financial operations as Finance Manager. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Services, this position keeps the Town's finances accurate, timely, and compliant — and gives the right person real ownership, real visibility, and a clear runway to grow.
About the Role:
Working alongside the Director and the Finance team, you will lead:

• Accounting, general ledger, month-end and year-end procedures
• Budget coordination, forecasting, variance reporting, and financial analysis
• Financial reporting, statutory filings, and support for the annual audit
• Property assessment, taxation, and utilities administration
• Payroll coordination, receivables, payables, and internal financial controls
• Supervision, coaching, and development of assigned Finance staff

What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will bring:

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field
• CPA designation (or equivalent); an equivalent combination of advanced municipal finance experience, education, and credentials will be considered
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, reporting, audit, and financial systems
• At least three years of supervisory or management experience
• Municipal or public-sector experience is preferred; NACLAA Level I or II or a recognized public administration program is an asset
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance competing priorities

We are open to the right person, not just the perfect résumé. If you are an accountant or senior analyst ready to take on your first full management portfolio, and you can show us the judgment and drive to grow into it, we encourage you to apply. We will look seriously at candidates whose potential outweighs their years.

Why Drumheller?
Located in the heart of the badlands and known worldwide as the 'Dinosaur Capital of the World,' Drumheller offers a short commute, an affordable cost of living, river valley trails out your back door, and a community small enough that your work is visible — and big enough that it matters.
This is a permanent, full-time, out-of-scope position based at Town Hall, with a salary range of $104,447 to $131,689, LAPP pension, and a comprehensive benefits package.