Chief Financial Officer

City of Regina•Regina, SK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the City Manager, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads a dedicated team while managing the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the Financial Strategy & Sustainability division. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO oversees three departments with approximately 200 employees, providing strategic leadership for City programs and services and demonstrating robust financial stewardship.

Requirements

Minimum of a Professional Accounting Designation, Finance, Public Management, Urban Planning, or related discipline.
At least 7 years of senior-level experience in municipal, provincial, or federal government settings or in major, multi-divisional corporate structures.
Expertise in change management, complex problem solving, strategic decision-making, financial management, and business transformation.
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.
Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
Proof of education is required.
Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

Nice To Haves

A master's degree and public sector accounting experience are assets.

Responsibilities

Manage the corporate financial functions, including Corporate Controller (Accounting & Financial Reporting), Financial Planning & Analysis and Treasury, Land, Real Estate, & Economic Development, and Assessment & Property Revenue Services. Ensure alignment with the City's mission, vision, and values.
Develop sustainable financial plans, secure long-term financing, and manage large-scale capital projects with budget management, cost-benefit analysis, and forecasting.
Lead the Planning, Budgeting & Analysis Project to improve processes and ensure efficiency and better alignment between the City’s Planning and Budgeting Activities.
Foster productive long-term relationships with diverse stakeholders, including City Council, ensuring transparency and effective communication.
Facilitate a shift from transactional services to strategic partnerships, motivating employees to embrace a proactive and robust approach.