Corporate Services Financial & Administration Manager

Are you a finance leader who pairs strategic thinking with a genuine commitment to public service? Do you take pride in helping others understand complex financial information and turn it into clear, practical decisions that serve the community? If collaboration, accuracy, and purpose shape how you work, we’d love to have you join the City of Lethbridge as our next Corporate Services Financial & Administration Manager.

In this role, you will provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across several departments within the Corporate Services portfolio including Fleet Services, Facility Services, Information Technology, People & Partner Services, Legal Services, the City Clerks and the City Manager’s Office. Your expertise will help drive accountability, ensure sound financial management, and strengthen informed decision-making across the City.

About the Role:

As a strategic and experienced finance leader, the Corporate Services Financial & Administration Manager provides financial direction, analysis, and oversight that strengthen how the City plans, allocates, and manages its resources. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, this position plays a central role in shaping the City’s financial strategy across multiple departments within the Corporate Services Division. The role leads the coordination of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial planning to ensure alignment with corporate goals and fiscal accountability.

The successful candidate will deliver accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and practical solutions to complex financial challenges. Working collaboratively across divisions, you will serve as a trusted financial advisor, supporting leaders in making informed decisions that balance operational needs, community impact, and long-term sustainability.

STATUS: Permanent, Full-time

HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week

PAY RATE: $115,830.00 – $144,787.50 per annum, commensurate with experience

WORK LOCATION

In this role, you will

• Lead the development and delivery of accurate, timely, and strategic financial information that informs both departmental and corporate decision-making.
• Provide strategic insight to General Managers and Directors by interpreting complex financial data, identifying trends and variances, and presenting clear, actionable recommendations.
• Oversee the preparation, coordination, and monitoring of operating and capital budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans to ensure fiscal sustainability and alignment with corporate priorities.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models, rate structures, and cost-recovery frameworks that support internal service operations and effective reserve management.
• Partner with departments to evaluate business cases, support funding strategies, and guide procurement and project planning from a financial perspective.
• Ensure organizational compliance with legislative, regulatory, and corporate financial policies while promoting accountability and transparency.
• Champion improvements to financial systems, automation, internal controls, and reporting processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility of financial information.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes through automation and effective use of financial systems.
• Provide expertise in the use of JD Edwards to support financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships across the organization, serving as a trusted financial advisor who influences sound financial management and strategic decision-making.

What You Bring to the Table

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA) and a post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within a large or complex organization.
• Proven ability to provide strategic financial leadership and advice to senior leaders across multiple departments.
• Advanced expertise in financial analysis, modelling, forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial legislation, and external requirements such as grants, provincial statutes, and municipal bylaws.
• Demonstrated experience working with JD Edwards is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a strong understanding of financial systems, including system functionality, reporting, controls, and data integrity.
• Experience identifying and implementing opportunities for automation and financial process improvement.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Sound judgment, political acumen, and discretion in managing confidential or sensitive matters.
• Commitment to collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across departments.
• Experience coaching and mentoring others to strengthen financial capability and promote sound organizational practices.

Why Join Us?

At the City of Lethbridge, we are committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute. As a key member of the Corporate Services team, you will:

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the City’s financial strategy and operational effectiveness.
• Partner directly with senior leaders on high-impact initiatives that influence citywide priorities.
• Work in a dynamic municipal environment where your expertise makes a tangible difference.
• Contribute to a culture of integrity, respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Receive a comprehensive flexible benefits package.

For further information on this opportunity, please contact:

Rob Ulrich, Director of Corporate Services, at 403-320-4174 or rob.ulrich@lethbridge.ca

Or 

Ola Adediji, Senior People and Culture Business Partner, at 403-360-5792 or ola.adediji@lethbridge.ca

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online by clicking on “Apply” at the top of this screen

Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.

 

Closing Date: October 21, 2026 at 4:00PM MST

                                               

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

                                                                                                                               

The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.

 

The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.

               

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