Job Description:

The Town of Gillam, Manitoba, is seeking a Finance Officer to contribute to the financial stability and growth of the Town of Gillam, ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently to meet the needs of their community.

The Town of Gillam, located in northern Manitoba 300km northeast of Thompson, is a vibrant, progressive, family friendly community with a proud history and exciting future. The community has an abundance of opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast such as hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and more.

Responsibilities:

As Finance Officer the focus of your role is managing and overseeing financial activities with the Town of Gillam. Primary responsibilities will include budget preparation, financial reporting, compliance and full cycle bookkeeping.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Accounting and Auditing:
• Oversee day to day accounting activities including accounts payable, receivable and payroll
• Develop and implement effective internal controls to ensure financial integrity
2. Financial Reporting:
• Prepare financial reports, incomes statements, balance sheets and cash flow statement
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and government standard
3. Budgeting:
• Work with department heads to maintain budgetary requirements
• Analyse financial data to identify trends and forecast future needs
4. Financial Planning:
• Support stakeholders with financial analysis to support long term financial planning
• Provide recommendations to support sustainable municipal development
5. Taxation:
• Oversee collection of municipal revenues
• Ensure compliance with municipal laws and regulations

REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of (5) years of progressively responsible accounting experience working with budgeting, forecasting, financial operations, reporting and analysis, and auditing
• Professional Accounting Designation is preferred, although experience will be considered
• Previous experience in municipal finance or government accounting is advantageous
• Proficient in financial software with advanced excel skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

If you would like more information about this position, please visit htps://bit.ly/FO-TOG or contact Teri Berry, Senior Consultant, Legacy Bowes at (204) 232-7171 or
submit your resume in confidence to teri@legacybowes.com quoting # 243109.