Finance Supervisor

Middlesex County; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Middlesex County is seeking a Finance Supervisor to oversee financial operations, support budget preparation, and manage a team. The role requires a CPA and extensive experience in municipal finance. Join a progressive workplace focused on innovation and community service.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Participation in OMERS pension plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Flexible work opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in financial documentation and asset management.
• Supervisory experience in municipal finance.
• Proven ability to organize and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable teams.
• Support budget preparation and monitor variances.
• Assist with financial reporting and modeling.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Middlesex County

Middlesex County is a vibrant upper-tier municipality located in Southwestern Ontario.We offer a thriving business climate, easy access to transportation routes, and quality of life. Middlesex County offers residents easy commutes, safe communities, a diverse economy, exceptional healthcare facilities, affordable housing, an array of educational opportunities and bountiful recreation and cultural choices in a picturesque setting. The County’s administration headquarters are located in London, but Middlesex County is comprised of unique villages, towns and rural communities that have great attractions for residents and tourists.

At Middlesex County, you will have a chance to make an impact in your everyday work and build lasting relationships in the communities in which we live and serve. We offer a culture that values inclusion, diversity of thought, and employee development. We invest in our people to help them leverage their strengths to achieve their career aspirations. Join our team and build a rewarding career in a progressive workplace that fosters innovation and leadership.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Finance Manager and General Manager of Finance and Community Services, the Finance Supervisor oversees the accounts payable and accounts receivable team. The role includes supporting budget preparation, monitoring budget variances, and administering the Tangible Asset Program.

The Finance Supervisor will assist Department Heads with financial and analytical reporting, costing scenarios, and modeling for budget purposes. In addition, the Finance Supervisor will assist with the Development Charges ongoing monitoring, implementing and annual reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting or Finance or the equivalent in education in other related field and/or experience.
• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA) required.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the preparation of financial documentation, accounting for and managing tangible capital assets, and asset planning and accounting, preferably within a municipal setting.
• Supervisory/leadership experience in municipal finance encompassing financial reporting, accounting, analysis, subsidy applications, claim reporting, financial statements, debt and investment.
• Proven ability to organize, lead, coach and mentor staff.
• The ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage work demands individually and for the team.
• Experience with large financial management and business information systems.
• Knowledge of policy/procedure development and implementation, accounting standards, County policies such as TCA policy, Development Charges, Budget Management, Purchasing By-Law.
• Excellent analytical, research, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word PowerPoint and Excel.
• Current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to Middlesex County.

Additional details and a full job description are available at www.middlesex.ca.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: the pay rate for this position is $54.21 to $63.42 per hour for 35 hours per week
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Ability to participate in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Flexible work opportunities
• Ongoing training and development

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume by email at [e-mail] by 4:30 p.m. on June 6, 2025.

We welcome all interested candidates to apply. If you do not meet every qualification in the job description but your skills and experience align well with the role, we encourage you to consider applying. You may be the right candidate we are looking for with this role or other roles at Middlesex County.

Accommodations

Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodations that may be required. This information will be treated confidentially and only used for the purpose of providing an accessible recruitment experience.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants to be interviewed will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for candidate selection purposes only.