The City of Castlegar, a community located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of British Columbia, is seeking a Deputy Director of Finance. Castlegar is the West Kootenay’s commercial service centre, including the West Kootenay Regional Airport and Selkirk College’s main campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Deputy Director of Finance assists with the management of all functions related to the statutory duties and responsibilities of the position of Director of Finance. The Deputy Director of Finance is responsible for the accurate flow of financial information and ensuring adherence to accounting policies and procedures. He or she will assist with monthly and annual reconciliations, process and cost time records, prepare annual financial statements, municipal financial reporting forms and assist with the implementation of new systems and procedures such as a city wide water meter program and asset management.

The Deputy Director of Finance will be expected to take on complex roles by producing financial reports and implementing and streamlining systems and procedures that will enhance service excellence to departments, staff and Council.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will have accreditation in or be working toward, a professional accounting discipline (CPA), along with proven experience in local government related services.

A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive salary and excellent benefits. Please visit our web site at www.castlegar.ca for a full job description as well as additional background information on our community.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume in confidence by 4:30 p.m. on January 16, 2016 to: