Manager - Budgets & Financial Planning

City of Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager for Budgets & Financial Planning. This rewarding role involves overseeing the Corporation’s budget, managing a team, and collaborating with city officials to shape financial strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in municipal finance, proven management experience, and the ability to foster effective relationships. Join a supportive work environment that values growth and development, while contributing to the vibrant community of Thunder Bay, known for its rich culture and beautiful landscapes.

Benefits

Supportive Work Environment

Opportunities for Growth and Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive management experience in municipal finance or business management.
• Knowledge of regulations and processes related to financial reporting for local governments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Corporation’s budget and long-term financial planning.
• Lead a team and collaborate with City’s Executive Management and Leadership Teams.

Skills

Management Experience

Financial Reporting Knowledge

Accounting Principles

Relationship Building

Resource Management

Education

University Degree in Business Administration

Professional Accounting Designation

Job description

Please Note : Application reviews begin immediately, continuing until the position is filled and may close at any time.

Job Description

The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay has a rewarding opportunity for a Manager – Budgets & Financial Planning!

Work Location: Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay is the largest community on Lake Superior with a population of 123,258 (Census 2021). It is the most populous municipality in Northwestern Ontario, deeply rooted in European and Indigenous cultures, and is the sixth most culturally diverse community of its size in North America. The community values a high quality of life, promotes a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy environment, and provides economic opportunities, respects diversity, and offers affordable and safe neighborhoods accessible to all.

Thunder Bay serves as the region's commercial, administrative, and medical hub. It is a four-season outdoor paradise, known as the sunniest city in eastern Canada with over 2,121 hours of sunshine annually. The city is also recognized as one of Canada's major cultural capitals, rich in green spaces, parks, wilderness, and vibrant arts and culture scenes.

If you enjoy work-life balance in a smaller city within a large organizational setting, consider joining us! If you already reside here, we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the City Treasurer, you will manage the Corporation’s budget, tangible capital asset reporting, and long-term planning. You will lead a team, collaborate with the City’s Executive Management and Leadership Teams, and develop the annual operating and capital budgets, as well as the long-term financial plan. You will also oversee the general ledger chart of accounts and contribute to strategic initiatives within the division.

This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the public, working with City officials, leaders, and City Council members to shape the City’s budget, funding services and infrastructure for Thunder Bay.

Ideal Candidate

• University degree in business administration, commerce, or a related field, with a professional accounting designation and at least five years of progressive management experience in municipal finance or business management.
• Knowledge of regulations, legislation, and processes related to financial reporting for local governments, and familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles for the public sector as prescribed by the Public Sector Accounting Board of CPA Canada.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Council members, officials, direct reports, colleagues, and the public.
• Proven expertise in business and financial management, with the ability to enhance efficiency and effectiveness through resource management.

Why Work for the City of Thunder Bay (CTB)?

When you join the City of Thunder Bay, you become part of a dedicated team, enjoying a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth and development.