Deputy Treasurer/Manager of Budgets & Accounting

Located within the traditional land of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee and Wendat-Wyandot-Wyandotte peoples, the Town of The Blue Mountains is a four-season community with stunning natural features, including the Niagara Escarpment, Beaver Valley and the Georgian Bay shoreline. Internationally recognized as a four-season tourism destination, The Blue Mountains offers a high-quality lifestyle that caters to families looking to build a solid foundation, adventurers looking to go off the beaten path and relaxation seekers taking in and experiencing the very best the area has to offer.
The Town is looking for people with a shared commitment to building a sustainable community, as well as shared values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship for the well-being of our residents.
Come gain a unique experience in the 2nd fastest growing municipality in Canada!
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer, the Deputy Treasurer/Manager of Budgets and Accounting will manage the administration of the Town’s accounting activities to ensure accounting procedures are delivered in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The Deputy Treasurer will also perform a full range of finance-related duties and provide back-up assistance to other staff as required. This role will be responsible for the statutory duties required of the Deputy Treasurer under the Municipal Act, 2001.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Director as Deputy Treasurer by using well-developed technical, management and leadership skills to provide input on department / corporate planning and strategic initiatives, lead and/or participate on project teams, as assigned. Champion the corporate mission and values within the Finance Division and across the Corporation as a whole.
- Lead, manage and supervise staff, including assigning and overseeing work, making recommendations to the Director on performance appraisals, training and development, transfer or promotion of department staff, discipline, and termination issues.
- Assess staffing needs and recommend changes to complement and/or major organization design changes. Where necessary, participate and make recommendations in the recruitment, selection and hiring process of staff.
- Manage the accounting information system, including general ledger account maintenance, ledger reconciliation and the review of financial controls to ensure proper accounting procedures are in place.
- Manage and coordinate the year-end process, including the preparation of year-end audit papers and year-end financial reports. Act as a key contact with auditors and professional advisors regarding the year-end audit.
- Responsible for maintaining and supervising the municipal accounting function, which includes general ledger integrity, journal entries, analysis, and reporting.
- Conduct research and analysis and prepare financial policy reports.
- Assist the Director in establishing budget policies, strategies, and annual schedules.
- Coordinate all aspects of the capital and operating budget process, including regular reporting to Council, committees, and department heads.
- Provide budget variance analysis, including options to solve problems or concerns, and provide reports to and liaise with Council, committees, and department heads.
- Responsible for cash management and the Town bank reconciliations.
- Responsible for Development Charges, Background Studies, and proposed amendments to By-laws; liaise with consultants; monitor the collection of Development Charges related to budgets; track expenditures funded through Development Charges.
- Prepare policies and procedures for all aspects of the Financial Information System and make recommendations to the Director.
- Manage and maintain the Financial Information System for the Financial Services Department and make recommendations to the Director relating to software and hardware modifications and acquisitions within the Corporation.
- Responsible for ongoing staff training for all relevant employees in relation to the municipal financial software.
- Liaise with other departments/levels of government, ratepayers’ groups and the public on matters relating to financial operations.
- Lead the development of the corporate asset management strategy and policies across the Organization.
- Provide leadership, expertise and support to cross-departmental teams to implement the corporate asset management system.
- Prepare and present reports to Senior Management and Council on matters concerning asset management.
- Comply with and assume appropriate supervisory responsibility for compliance with all health and safety practices in this operating group in accordance with standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Attend, provide information, and make presentations at meetings of Council, Finance & Administration Committee, and other committees as assigned.
What you will need:
- University degree or college diploma in business, economics, or
- Professional Accounting Designation (CPA)
- Minimum of 10 years relevant work experience with at least 5 years experience in a financial management position.
- Experience in the development and implementation of municipal asset management
- Expert knowledge of the principles and application of municipal asset management concepts and practices
- Ability to develop strong partnerships with cross-departmental
- Knowledge and understanding of software applications for municipal asset management
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, relationship building and engagement
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet
- In-depth knowledge of technology-driven financial management systems and convergence of financial information from numerous separate operating
- Strong understanding of government policies and related legislation or initiatives, and their significance and potential impact.
- Experience in the leadership and supervision of staff and ability to interpret and apply employment policies.
- Highly developed planning and organizational
- Well-developed time management and multi-tasking
Additional Job Details
Hours of Work: Standard work week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm with a 1-hour lunch break. Eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Occasionally will be required to attend meetings after hours, including Council Meetings.
Direct Reports: 4
Overtime: Not Applicable (Time in Lieu)
What we offer:
This is a full-time leadership opportunity at the Town. The annual salary for this role is $113,814.16 – $133,140.74 (2025 Rate). The Town also offers the following to our employees:
- Perks & Discounts
- Wellness Programs
- Health & Dental Benefits * full-time & 12 month + contracts only
- OMERS
- Work / Life Flexibility
- Professional Development & Education Opportunities
The submission deadline for applications is. 11:59 pm, Sunday, November 2, 2025.
To apply, visit the Town’s website, www.thebluemountains.ca/employment opportunities
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.