General Manager of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Spruce Grove; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a visionary General Manager of Corporate Services and CFO to lead its Corporate Services division. This pivotal role involves strategic leadership, financial management, and public relations, ensuring the municipality's resources are managed effectively. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in executive leadership, a CPA designation, and a strong commitment to good governance. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to community service and operational excellence, where your contributions will significantly impact the city's future.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of related experience in executive leadership roles.
• Extensive knowledge of municipal government and financial policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of policies for Corporate Services.
• Provide financial strategic leadership to maximize the City’s performance.

Skills

Strategic Management

Financial Management

Public Relations

Corporate Planning

Team Leadership

Education

Post-Secondary Degree in Finance

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

Position Overview :

The role of General Manager of Corporate Services and CFO is responsible for providing visionary and strategic leadership to the Corporate Services division of the City. As a member of the Corporate Leadership team, the incumbent has overall accountability for the departments of Finance, Information Systems, Business Services (including Customer Service, Procurement, Risk and Insurance), and Facilities and Fleet. The role is a champion and active leader in the development and implementation of the City’s annual Corporate Plan.

Reporting to the City Manager, and with the support of three (3) other General Managers, the successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of policies and programs to ensure the resources of the municipality are managed in a cost-effective and responsible manner.

Responsibilities : Strategic Management

1. Provide expertise, guidance, and recommendations to City Manager, Council, and organizational leaders in all aspects of Corporate Services and business planning, including the design, implementation, and evaluation of Corporate Services programs and services and financial policy.
2. Act as a key advisor and strategist in leading corporate matters such as Corporate Planning, Asset Management, Financial Management, Information Systems, and Facility and Fleet operations.

Operations Management Oversight

1. Facilitate the development of long-term and short-term planning processes for the division, ensuring appropriate input from the Corporate Services team and the public into the Corporate Planning process for both operating and capital budgets.
2. Provide executive leadership of Facilities, Fleet Management, and business technologies operations, including oversight of projects, lifecycle planning and analysis, procurement, contract, and security.
3. Ensure that the Corporate Services functions are delivered through a customer service lens, exercising dynamic and agile leadership to balance resources and demands on the division.
4. Act as the principal advisor to the City Manager, Council, and Council Boards, Committees, and other groups regarding matters within the Corporate Services mandate.
5. Provide input into planning documents that are consistent with organizational needs such as the People Strategy, Asset Management, Corporate Plan, and departmental Business Plans.

Financial Management

1. Act as the financial/accounting figurative head of the organization and provide financial strategic leadership and acumen at the municipality leadership table to maximize the City’s financial performance in the short and long term.
2. Evolve and maintain financial management reporting to assist in decision-making for the organization.
3. Determine and prioritize the draft City budget – operating and capital.

Public Relations

1. Represent the City to select governmental, professional organizations, and non-governmental agencies.
2. Act as the City's key liaison with appropriate agencies including other municipal jurisdictions, provincial departments, and community partners regarding matters related to Corporate Services.

Qualifications :

1. Fifteen (15) to twenty (20) years of related experience, with a minimum of fifteen (15) years in progressive executive leadership roles.
2. Significant administrative experience, preferably within a public-sector organization, with a number of years in a senior leadership position.
3. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing.
4. Successful completion of a Post-Secondary Degree in Finance, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
5. Demonstrated experience leading a high-functioning team operating in a matrix, client-facing operational environment.
6. Extensive knowledge of Corporate Planning, Information Systems, Financial Management, legislative services, and the Municipal Government Act.
7. Extensive knowledge of municipal government and financial policy.
8. Strong commitment to principles of good governance and sound financial management.

Special considerations :

1. Asset Municipal Administration Certificate Program.
2. CLGM (Certified Local Government Manager) or similar accreditation.
3. Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Competencies :

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

1. Thinking & Acting Strategically - sees beyond current situation, understands impact, creates alignment, links priorities to strategy, advises.
2. Building Influential Working Relationships - effectively builds relationships with a wide range of partners internally and externally.
3. Optimizing Performance & Results - sets and achieves results, builds accountability, and maximizes team performance, fostering innovation and assessing risks.
4. Growing Talent & Workforce Capacity - fosters an inclusive workplace, promotes continuous growth, and builds team capacity.
5. Fostering Innovation & Steering Change - identifies issues, stimulates creativity, remains agile in change management.
6. Politically Astute - understands legislative and regulatory processes, reads political implications, and provides informed recommendations.

Additional information :

1. If you wish to discuss this position in more detail, please email:
2. The City of Spruce Grove is reviewing the salary for this position.
3. For the full scope of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the attached position description.