The Senior Advisor, Treasury Services provides in-depth financial analysis, reporting, and internal control expertise to support Strathcona County’s treasury operations including cash management, investments and debt management. This position leads and coordinates the implementation, maintenance, and review of treasury models, structures, and processes to ensure internal and external financial requirements are met. In addition, this position partners with senior financial staff to coordinate and oversee the provision of critical financial analyses to inform the County’s decision makers about the management of its cash forecasting, financial securities, investment strategies and banking operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide professional financial accounting, reporting, and complex analysis to assist the Manager, Treasury Services in the planning and delivery of comprehensive treasury cash management services for Strathcona County
Provide oversight and direction regarding the investments and cash flows ensuring appropriate internal controls and accounting treatment
Establish and review accounting processes to ensure compliance with policy, standards, and agreements for treasury functions
Review and update accounting processes, ensuring segregation of duties and strive for continuous improvements with Treasury Services
Provide strategic financial accounting expertise to facilitate management of Treasury cash management activity, including investments, cash forecasting, cash handling and banking, financial securities and liabilities decisions
Promote excellent customer service and provide sound advice, direction, and assistance to departments
Provide leadership to the Treasury cash management staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounting, efficiency of resources, and high level of customer service
This position supervises two direct reports who are responsible for treasury accounting, reporting, leadership and support to departments in the areas of cash management, banking services, investments and financial securities
Qualifications and Skills:
A related degree along with 7 years of professional experience, or a related diploma with 9 years of professional experience
Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required
Minimum 5 years treasury experience required, preferably in a municipal or government setting
Strong communication and presentation skills to provide accurate, clear, and concise recommendations and supporting analysis in written and oral presentations to Council, Executive Team, Directors, and senior department representatives
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with a solution-oriented focus and the ability to develop productive relationships with all levels in the organization and to lead teams and cross-department workgroups to achieve department and corporate goals
Strategic and critical thinking skills to analyze information, consider risks and recommend a course of action consistent with business and strategic plans
Ability to work under pressure, manage a variety of projects and initiatives simultaneously and regularly meet tight deadlines
Strong understanding of relevant municipal and provincial legislation and public sector/government practices, including ability to develop, administer and implement policies in accordance with legislation
Strong proficiency in software applications, computer systems, and financial data management within integrated ERP environments
Conditions of Employment:
Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.
Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
Extended health and dental coverage
Health and wellness spending account
Life and disability insurance
Retirement and pension programs
Earned day off program
Employee and family assistance program
Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
