Corporate Services
Please apply with a cover letter and resume online.
Position Conditions: This is a full-time, permanent position of 36.25 hours per week. This position is not part of a collective agreement and is open to all interested parties. The City of Brandon reserves the right to underfill this position.
Successful applicants must obtain satisfactory results from a criminal background investigation.
The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
NOTE: The City of Brandon requires proof of mandatory qualifications. Please ensure these documents are attached when completing your application.
Rate of Pay: $131,592.73 Annually (2026 Rates)
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
This competition will include testing and an interview.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the general direction of the Director of Financial Services, the Corporate Controller is the City’s senior technical accounting professional and is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and stewardship of the City’s financial records and reporting processes.
The Corporate Controller provides leadership and oversight of corporate accounting functions, including financial reporting, yearend financial statement preparation, audit coordination, internal controls, regulatory compliance, financial systems administration and technical accounting practices. The position ensures the City’s financial information is accurate, reliable, timely, and compliant with applicable legislation, Public Sector Accounting Standards, and municipal financial reporting requirements.
The Corporate Controller serves as a key advisor to the Director of Financial Services and departmental leaders on accounting, financial reporting, and internal control matters, while promoting continuous improvement, financial governance, and operational excellence across the department and organization.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Visioning & Planning:
Assists in the development and implementation of Departmental goals and objectives and ensures the services of the Department are aligned with the City’s vision and strategic priorities;
Identifies opportunities to improve financial reporting, accounting processes, internal controls, and technology utilization;
Supports corporate continuous improvement initiatives related to accounting and financial management functions;
Participates in financial policy development and corporate financial planning initiatives;
Plans and manages the annual financial reporting and year-end close process, including timelines, responsibilities, and deliverables across the organization.
Leadership & Employee Development:
Influences and inspires others to achieve individual and Departmental goals and objectives;
Builds and maintains positive and healthy relationships;
Promotes and guides others to understand delivery of effective services and achievement of objectives and their interrelationship;
Promotes and guides others to seek continuous business process improvements;
Promotes harmonious employee relations while guiding and coaching employees;
Delivers training on issues related to the Department;
Liaises with other Department employees on issues to ensure continued operations;
Demonstrates a commitment to the organization by actively participating in committees, programs, and organizational initiatives.
Management & Administration:
Coordinates the implementation of policies and programs in the Department;
Manages Department staffing including hiring, discipline, coaching and leading activities, and participates in daily operations for Department;
Supports the develop of and maintains capital and operating budgets including collection, evaluation, and compilation of information for submission;
Participates in labour management discussions and ensures adherence to applicable collective…