Chief of staff Jobs in Greater Sudbury, ON

The City of Greater Sudbury has evolved into a dynamic and diverse regional capital that functions as the service hub for all northeastern Ontario and is composed of a rich mix of urban, suburban, rural and wilderness environments. While mining remains a major influence on the local economy, the City has diversified significantly in recent years to establish itself as a major centre of financial and business services, tourism, health care and research, education and government. One of the geographically largest municipalities in Canada, with a population of over 162,000, and a booming economy, Greater Sudbury is a warm and welcoming community.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Finance & CFO leads the Finance Division to ensure collaboration and the achievement of planned business outcomes. The Director of Finance & CFO is responsible for contributing to the design of, and implementing, strategy and innovations in the corporation’s finance functions including treasury management, annual budgeting, management and public performance reporting. The Director leads the preparation of the corporation’s Business Plan covering approximately $750M in operating and capital expenditures across 58 lines of service. Accountable for the corporation’s core finance functions including Accounting, Financial Planning and Budgeting, Purchasing, Revenue Management, Risk Management and oversight of the City’s $500M Investment portfolio the Director leads and supports a team of skilled finance professionals.

With a continuous improvement mindset and an emphasis on innovation, the ideal candidate has a university degree in a related discipline, preferably in Economics, Business Administration or Commerce and a CPA designation. You have directly related experience at a senior management level in large, unionized, and highly diverse public or private sector organizations, including experience leading a similar function. You have a solid understanding of current and emerging issues affecting local government policies, financing choices and service delivery and can demonstrate a high capacity for financial and economic analysis and planning, with reference to municipal finance.

The City of Greater Sudbury is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and the City of Greater Sudbury throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

To explore this opportunity further, please submit your resume and letter of interest online to https : / / careers.odgersberndtson.com / en-ca / 30421 by June 2, 2025.

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