19 – 24 Avenue South
Cranbrook BC V1C 3H8 Phone: (25 (250) 489-2791 or 1-888-478-7335
Fax: (250) 489-3498

Employment Opportunity
Chief Financial Officer
From snow-capped peaks to world renowned golf courses with breathtaking views, the East Kootenay is a four-season destination offering some of the continent’s finest outdoor recreation opportunities. We have it all, right on our doorstep.

The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) serves 56,000 permanent residents and about 30,000 seasonal residents and we are looking for an experienced, energetic individual to fill the role of Chief Financial Officer on or about May 16, 2016.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, you will be responsible for:

The overall financial management of the RDEK including statutory duties as set out in the Local Government Act.
Providing strategic financial and policy advice to the Chief Administrative Officer and both the RDEK Board of Directors and the  Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Board of Directors.
Managing the Finance Department.
Preparation and presentation of financial plans.
Administration of contracts, including the Information Technology contract.
Risk management.
Providing support to the management team and departments in strategic planning, budgeting, and financial reporting and monitoring.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
Minimum 6 years’ professional accounting experience, preferably in a local government setting, with at least 4 years in a supervisory or management position.
Substantial experience working with computerized financial systems, ideally including Tempest and Microsoft Dynamics GP.
Sound knowledge of Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards.
Strong leadership style of delegating, mentoring and team building.
Exceptional communicator and presenter.
Ability to write clear, concise reports.

The RDEK offers a great work environment and an attractive total compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a flexible work week schedule. This is a permanent, full-time position with a starting salary of $7,715 per month ($50.87/hr) with up to an additional 180 hours of compensation annually.

Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity are invited to forward a resume including a cover letter, prior to 4:30 pm, Friday, February 12, 2016 to: