Financial Services Supervisor (Temporary)

Town of Tecumseh; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 101,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government in Essex County is seeking a Financial Services Supervisor to oversee financial services projects and initiatives, including budget preparation and team mentoring. Qualified candidates should have a university degree in business, a recognized accounting designation, and advanced computer skills. The position offers a salary range of $101,434 - $118,664 per year, with the potential for contract extension, filling a temporary vacancy due to a leave of absence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a municipal or public environment.
• Experience using a capital asset policy framework.
• Knowledge of Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA) and/or PSAB.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial services projects and initiatives.
• Preparation and oversight of Capital and Reserves budgets.
• Mentor finance team members.

Skills

Financial information systems

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Project management

Municipal financial reporting

Budgeting

Education

University Degree in Business Administration or related field

Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) or MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Notice of Employment Opportunity

October 3, 2025

Financial Services Supervisor (Temporary)

The Corporation of the Town of Tecumseh is currently recruiting for a highly motivated professional to fill the temporary position of Financial Services Supervisor.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Deputy Treasurer & Manager Financial Services, the Financial Services Supervisor will assist with Financial Services projects and initiatives, which may require assigning and reviewing the work of Financial Analysts and other staff. The position is responsible for the preparation and/or oversight of the Capital and Reserves budgets, variance analysis/reporting, year-end audit file/reporting, and various aspects of grant administration. The position will mentor Finance team members and provide technical assistance as required. The Supervisor will perform other related duties as assigned and may perform some back up duties for the Deputy Treasurer as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• University Degree in Business Administration (Accounting or Finance) or related field, combined with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a municipal or public environment - required
• In addition, candidates will have a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA) or MBA - required
• Experience using a capital asset policy framework combined with knowledge of, and experience with Canadian Institute of Charter Accountants (CICA) and/or PSAB in a public or private organization involving capital asset accounting, interpreting and applying accounting standards and financial reporting - preferred
• Advanced computer skills including financial information systems as well as proficiency with financial models, spreadsheet, and word processing applications, such as Microsoft Office - required
• Experience and understanding in financial controls and procedures, financial information systems, municipal financial reporting, project management, the budgetary process and forecasting - required

Terms

The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an interview, please advise if you require accommodation.

We invite you to visit www.tecumseh.ca to obtain further information about our municipality.

Salary

The Town offers an annual salary range of $101,434 - $118,664 [2025] per year, depending on expertise and experience, in accordance with the Town’s Salary Grid. This position is non-union and is subject to an employment contract.

This vacancy is due a leave of absence for approximately 5 months, with possibility of extension. Applicants are invited to create a profile and submit resumes through the Town’s website at employment.tecumseh.ca by October 17, 2025 at 4:30 pm.

All applications are appreciated; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [MFIPPA] and will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection.