City of Thompson Seeks Chief Financial Officer - AI Generated Image
City of Thompson is accepting applications for a Chief Financial Officer, a senior management position responsible for directing all financial and fiscal matters for the municipality. The role reports directly to the City Manager and is open until filled.
The CFO will oversee the Assistant Financial Officer, Financial Analyst, Purchasing Agent, and all finance staff, ensuring all financial policies comply with provincial and federal legislation. The successful candidate must have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, extensive experience in municipal accounting, and accreditation from the Municipal Administrators program. Experience with the Great Plains application is required, and a CA, CGA, or CMA designation is considered an asset.
The City of Thompson offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. Detailed resumes outlining experience, education, qualifications, and references can be sent to Human Resources, City of Thompson, 226 Mystery Lake Road, Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6, by fax to (204) 677-7981, or by email to osalau@thompson.ca or pkaur@thompson.ca.
Applications are also available online. Those requiring accommodation during the application process can call 204-677-7924.
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