Job Description

Posted on: Dec 2, 2025
Posted by: County of Vermilion River
Summary
The County of Vermilion River is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our safety oriented team as a Finance Coordinator based in Kitscoty, Alberta. The Finance Coordinator, reporting to the Finance Manager, will provide support for management planning and decision making by identifying, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating financial information and recommending actions.
A competitive salary and comprehensive municipal benefits package are available. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and driver's abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will
remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Key Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with full-cycle accounting using financial software.
• Provide assistance to accounts payable and receivable, reconcile accounts

and manage financial records.

• Process Municipal and Gas Journal entries.
• Assist with application, maintaining and all reporting requirements for Grants.
• Create and maintain financial reports as required.
• Assist with staff general inquiries regarding GST.
• Assist with review of Department Annual Budget, monthly and year-end Financial

Statements.

• Assist with year-end processes and annual municipal audit.
• Continuously evaluate and implement new ideas, initiatives and technology to

enhance the delivery of finance services throughout the County.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in accounting or related field from a post-secondary institution.
• 5 or more years related experience, including some managerial experience in

other industries or with municipal accounting principles.

• Knowledge of the Municipal Government Act, Access to Information Act,

Protection of Privacy Act and Records Management.

• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills to present and

explain information and financial plans.
Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and
experience.

Skills Required