Municipal Accountant

City of Delta; Delta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Municipal Accountant to join their Finance Department. This full-time role involves conducting financial analyses, managing records, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will possess a Chartered Professional Accountant designation and have experience in municipal accounting. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to public service excellence in a vibrant community. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for finance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a professional accounting designation and 3+ years in municipal accounting.
• Knowledge of municipal accounting methods and budgeting regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analyses and maintain the City’s financial records.
• Prepare account summaries and develop comprehensive financial reports.

Skills

Municipal Accounting

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to Handle Pressure

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Tempest Software

PeopleSoft

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Delta, British Columbia, Canada

Location: City Hall

Employment group: CUPE Local 454

Hours of Work: 35 Hour Work Week

Job ID: 25-132 EX

One of the sunniest regions in BC’s Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities – Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.

The City of Delta is recruiting for a regular full-time Municipal Accountant to join our team of professionals in the Finance Department. This position conducts a variety of financial and statistical analyses, manages and maintains the City’s financial records, prepares account summaries and reconciliations, and develops comprehensive financial reports. You will also collaborate closely with Information Services to support and maintain the City’s computerized financial systems. The incumbent must be a detail-oriented professional who can work effectively and efficiently with both internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating sound judgment and initiative in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Completion of a professional accounting designation and a minimum of three years of experience in municipal accounting and finance or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Considerable knowledge of methods, rules and regulations applicable to municipal accounting operations and budgeting
• Experience with Tempest Software systems and Financial ERP systems such as PeopleSoft would be an asset
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks/projects and priorities in a changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
  
  

Required Licenses, Certificates And Registrations

• Member in good standing with a Chartered Professional Accountant designation
  
  

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application.

Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Government Administration

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