Now Hiring: Supervisor, Accounting

The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg is recruiting for a Supervisor, Accounting.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Services, the Supervisor, Accounting provides assistance in carrying out all statutory functions as set out in the Municipal Act, and related legislation, to ensure that appropriate financial reporting systems are in place with the necessary controls to provide information on the Municipality’s financial position and to meet legal requirements and professional accounting standards. The Supervisor Accounting oversees the organization and completion of daily work activities of direct reports, confirms the quality of work and maintains accurate employee records.

Qualifications     

• University Degree in Business Administration or Accounting; and
• A professional accounting designation in good standing (CPA).

Work Experience

• Minimum of  five (5) years’ experience in progressively responsible accounting positions in a computerized, multi-discipline environment requiring transaction analysis, preparation of reports and financial statements;
• 3-5 years’ Municipal accounting experience, considered an asset
• Proficient experience using computer software and administrative systems (records management, presentations, database management and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and
• Hold and maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license.

Employment Level: Full-time

Work Conditions

Work is conducted in an office environment. Hours of work include 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday with some flexibility to work outside of regular business hours to ensure priority work items are attended to. Attendance at Council meetings, Committee of Council meetings, and other meetings as required. Occasional lifting up to 10 kg.

The 2025 salary range for this position is $85,796 to $107,243.

Eligibility Statement: We appreciate all applications and expressions of interest however, only those selected for an interview will be acknowledged. Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 2001 S.O. 2001 and will be used solely for the purpose of candidate selection.

Equity Statement: The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an equitable, inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarian's with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 will accommodate the needs of applicants. Applicants invited to participate in the recruitment and selection process are asked to inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodations and we will work with you to address your needs.

Applications are accepted until 11:59 p.m. on October 27, 2025, and will only be accepted via the Town's online application platform.