Job Opportunity: Director of Financial and Information Services/Treasurer - District of Chester:

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Director of Financial and Information Services/Treasurer - District of Chester

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Director of Financial and Information Services/Treasurer
 

The Municipality of Chester is the “gateway” to the South Shore, boasting ocean and lakeside waterfront, forest glades, farmland, and an abundance of amenities: the perfect blend of work and casual living. MOC offers an easy 40 minute commute to downtown Halifax. are the “perfect slice” of Nova Scotia, mingling tradition with the 21st century; leisure with business; rural with convenience. We are overflowing with local treasures to be explored and have opportunity aplenty. Enjoy the feel of close-knit, safe, community living within proximity to major centers, healthcare, schools, green spaces, childcare, and amenities such as shops, restaurants, trails, cultural venues, community centres, and much more.

The Municipality of the District of Chester is seeking a Director of Financial and Information Services/Treasurer to be responsible for day-to-day financial reporting and controls, accounting and treasury functions, payroll and purchasing, and budget preparation and forecasting.  The Director works with executive management within the Municipality to provide timely advice and recommendations to Council on important issues and ensure that policy and procedures are followed, and services delivered on their behalf.   The Director is also responsible for the Information Services function through collaboration with the Director of Information Services.

The prosperous candidate must have a university degree/diploma in accounting, finance, or business administration, or a closely related field, and ideally with five (5) years’ work practice in municipal finance.  The Professional designation of CPA would be an asset.

A copy of the Job Description may be requested from the undersigned or found on the Municipality’s website at . 

This competition will remain open until prosperously filled.

Please send your CV along with three professional references, in confidence, using one of the following options:

By email at Email address: employment@chester.ca 
By fax at 902-275-4771
By mail to:
Pamela Myra, Municipal Clerk
151 King Street
PO Box 369
Chester, NS   B0J 1J0
902-275-4109

While we thank you for your interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Municipality of Chester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offering equal employment opportunities located upon an individual's qualifications and performance — free from discrimination or harassment because of Age, Race, Colour, Religion, Creed, Ethnic, national or aboriginal origin, Sex (including pregnancy and pay equity), Sexual orientation, Physical discapability, Mental discapability, Family status, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, or other protected characteristics, in conformity with the Nova Scotia Human Rights Code.

The Municipality of Chester is committed to the principles of the Accessibility Act. As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, Contact Us by Email address: employment@chester.ca .

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Job location: Chester, NS
Region: Western Region
Professional Category(s): Financial Administration
Published: March 10, 2021, 11:43 am
Expires: April 10, 2021, 4:30 pm

Job employment Type: Full Time
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree
Job practice: 5 years or more

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