Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance plays a key leadership role as a member of the Senior Management Team, providing strategic and operational oversight for all functions within the Finance Department. This includes financial planning and reporting, asset management, investments, risk management and insurance, procurement and payroll services. The Director offers expert financial advice, accurate and timely financial reporting and guidance to the CAO, County Council, and the Senior Management Team to support informed decision-making and long-term fiscal sustainability. The role is also responsible for developing and recommending both short- and long-term financial strategies, leading the coordination and presentation of the annual budget, and fulfilling the statutory duties of the Treasurer in accordance with the Municipal Act.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, commerce or a related field.
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified General Accountant(CGA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Designation is required.
- 10 years of directly related experience at a senior management level in a large, highly diversified public or private sector organization with significant work experience in the areas of budget, financial reporting, procurement, accounting, and fiscal policy development and implementation.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, including the Municipal Act, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Development Charges Act, Procurement Bylaws, and other applicable financial and administrative legislation and regulations.
- Possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
- Current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to Middlesex County.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume by email to @email by 4:30 p.m. on September 5, 2025. We thank all applicants who apply, but only those applicants to be interviewed will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for candidate selection purposes only.