Municipal Treasurer

Position Title: Municipal Treasurer
Organization: Municipal District of Ranchland No. 66
Office Location: Chain Lakes Provincial Park
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

The Municipal Treasurer will provide core financial and accounting support, as well as other selected duties to the Municipal District of Ranchland.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Management

• Manage and maintain the municipality’s general ledger, including monthly and year-end entries
• Oversight of accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and receipting functions
• Support and coordinate the annual financial audit and assist the CAO with the annual budget process
• Monitor and manage municipal investments and cash flow
• Prepare and present financial reports to Council (including actual vs. budget)
• Ensure compliance with provincial legislation and financial standards
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard municipal assets
• Oversight of finance and accounting functions performed by other staff

Taxation & Property Assessment

• Oversee property tax roll preparation, tax levies, and collections
• Liaison with the Municipal Assessor and coordinate the MD Property Assessment Records

Asset Management

• Administer asset management systems and calculate tangible capital asset amortization
• Maintain road allowance leases and related reporting

Payroll Administration

• Process payroll and maintain payroll records
• Administer employee benefit deductions and remittances (CRA, LAPP, WCB, etc.)
• Prepare and issue annual T4 statements

Risk Management & Insurance

• Act as the primary contact for insurance policies and claims
• Support and coordinate the municipality’s risk management program

Additional Duties

• Prepare grant applications and reporting
• Participate in organizational initiatives such as input to the I.T. system and emergency management (ICS structure)
• Other duties as assigned by the CAO

Qualifications & Requirements

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
• A professional accounting designation (CPA) considered a strong asset
• Experience in municipal finance or public sector accounting preferred
• Strong understanding of financial systems, reporting, and internal controls
• Knowledge of relevant provincial legislation and municipal operations
• Proficiency in financial and personal productivity software as well as general office systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High Level of political acumen
• Valid driver’s license and ability to commute to the workplace
• Clean criminal record and a Vulnerable Sector check

Core Competencies

• Financial and analytical expertise
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Professional integrity and sound judgment
• Discretion concerning confidential matters
• Flexibility to also assist with some non-financial functions.

What We Offer

• Remuneration commensurate with experience and relevant education, consistent with the established salary grid range
• Competitive Health and Group Benefits Package
• Local Authorities Pension Plan

Position subject to the MD of Ranchland personnel policies and procedures