Assistant Secretary Treasurer
- Alexis Whitecourt 232, AB, Canada
- Whitecourt, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Experience: 5–7 years of progressive financial management and accounting experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
About Northern Gateway Public Schools
At Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS), we are committed to fostering learning environments where students thrive. Behind our vibrant schools is a dedicated team of professionals focused on operational excellence, transparency, and innovation. We are seeking a forward-thinking, collaborative financial leader to step into the key role of Assistant Secretary Treasurer.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Secretary Treasurer, the Assistant Secretary Treasurer provides crucial leadership across the division's financial operations, accounting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. In this position, you will ensure rigorous financial stewardship, support strategic decision-making, and serve as the Secretary Treasurer's official designate in their absence.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a lasting impact in public education administration.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations
Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and experience.
Please address your application to Janine Dougans and send via email to hr@ngps.ca
Application Notes
At Northern Gateway Public Schools (NGPS), we are committed to fostering learning environments where students thrive. Behind our vibrant schools is a dedicated team of professionals focused on operational excellence, transparency, and innovation. We are seeking a forward-thinking, collaborative financial leader to step into the key role of Assistant Secretary Treasurer.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Secretary Treasurer, the Assistant Secretary Treasurer provides crucial leadership across the division's financial operations, accounting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. In this position, you will ensure rigorous financial stewardship, support strategic decision-making, and serve as the Secretary Treasurer's official designate in their absence.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a lasting impact in public education administration.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations
- Direct day-to-day financial and accounting operations to ensure absolute accuracy, transparency, and integrity in division reporting.
- Maintain and optimize educational ERP systems (Atrieve), budgeting tools, and fee collection platforms.
- Manage the division's chart of accounts and oversee capital asset valuation and reconciliations under Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).
- Supervise and mentor finance department personnel, including accounting and payroll teams.
- Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist in developing and prepare operating budgets, year-end audited statements, and Government Reporting Entity (GRE) submissions for Alberta Education.
- Monitor cash flow, short-term investments, and complete statutory filings (GST rebates and Charity return).
- Prepare bank reconciliations
- Provide clear financial guidance, training, and support to Principals and Administrative Assistants.
- Prepare audit working papers and liaise with external auditors.
- Conduct periodic internal control assessments across schools and central office departments.
- Support the review of Board policies, administrative procedures, contracts, leases, and insurance coverage.
- Assume full functional operational authority of the Secretary Treasurer during their absence.
- Professional Designation: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing is preferred.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Experience: 5–7 years of progressive financial management and accounting experience.
- Experience in K-12 education, the public sector, or municipal environments is strongly preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in public sector accounting standards, Alberta Education funding models, educational ERP software (Atrieve), and advanced Excel financial modeling.
- Core Competencies: Outstanding analytical and critical thinking skills, collaborative leadership abilities, and superior communication skills with a proven track record of presenting financial concepts clearly to non-financial partners.
- Meaningful Work: Direct impact on public education and student success across our region.
- Professional Engagement: Opportunities for professional development and active involvement with the Association of School Business Officials of Alberta (ASBOA).
- Dynamic Culture: A supportive, fast-paced team environment that values continuous improvement and collaborative growth.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications and experience.
Please address your application to Janine Dougans and send via email to hr@ngps.ca
Application Notes
- Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
- The position will remain posted until a suitable candidate is found.
- We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern Gateway Public Schools; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead the division’s financial operations, accounting, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and internal controls, while supervising finance and payroll staff. Prepare financial statements, budgets, audit materials, and government submissions, and act as the Secretary Treasurer’s operational designate when needed.
Requirements
The role seeks a candidate with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field, and 5–7 years of progressive financial management and accounting experience; a CPA designation in good standing is preferred. Strong public sector accounting, Alberta Education funding, Atrieve, advanced Excel, analytical, leadership, and communication capabilities are expected, with K–12, public sector, or municipal experience strongly preferred.
Skills
- Financial Management
- Accounting Operations
- Budgeting
- Financial Reporting
- Public Sector Accounting Standards
- Alberta Education Funding Models
- Educational ERP Systems
- Atrieve
- Advanced Excel Financial Modeling
- Audit Preparation
- Internal Controls
- Cash Flow Management
- Capital Asset Valuation
- Bank Reconciliation
- Team Leadership
- Financial Communication
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Hiring contact
Janine Dougans
Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Education
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Chartered Professional Accountant
- CPA
- Public Sector Accounting Standards
- PSAS
- Alberta Education Funding Models
- Atrieve
- Educational ERP
- Advanced Excel
- Financial Modeling
- Financial Statements
- Operating Budgets
- Year-End Audited Statements
- Government Reporting Entity
- GRE Submissions
- GST Rebates
- Charity Return
- Bank Reconciliations
- Cash Flow
- Short-Term Investments
- Capital Asset Valuation
- Chart Of Accounts
- Audit Working Papers
- External Auditors
- Internal Controls
- Payroll
- K-12 Education
- Public Sector
- Municipal Finance
- ASBOA