Manager, Capital Asset Supports-PB578

Summary of Duties:

Reporting to the Director, Capital Assets and Projects, the Manager, Capital Asset Supports is responsible for the administrative management of Capital Asset Supports which includes providing guidance and leadership to staff in the payment, recording, disposition, and reconciliation of tangible capital assets. This position is responsible for establishing processes, policies, and procedures utilized across Service Areas for controlling, planning and reporting on tangible capital assets and providing financial analysis and guidance to Service Areas through demonstrated expertise in utilizing financial software and providing essential data and reports to ensure accurate reporting of all tangible capital assets.

Work Performed:

• Provide leadership in the planning, coordination and preparation of accounting for tangible capital assets in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Board Standards (PSAB), Section 3150 that contribute to the implementation of strategic initiatives for the Capital Assets and Projects Division to meet Council’s Strategic Plan. 
• Responsible for managing employees including hiring, coaching, administration, and performance of reporting employees. Respond to sensitive and confidential human resource issues as required. 
• Direct administrative functions associated with cost control procedures including the collection and verification of all inputs for reporting, payment, and cost control of contracts such as purchase orders.
• Develop, implement, and monitor processes and procedures that support the effective utilization of information systems and software to ensure accurate recording and reporting of all tangible capital assets. 
• Establish control measures to ensure data quality and integrity is maintained, validate data accuracy using structured testing methods, and apply data controls during asset data loading, extraction, and cleansing.
• Research best practices for systems implementation and business processes to identify and recommend innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness, while aligning with organizational goals.
• Demonstrate commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, and human rights through interactions with community partners, employees and individuals and implementation of policies, programs and protocols that reflect this commitment. 
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to health and safety legislation and programs; and actively promote a culture of safety with direct reports. 
• Provide updates, information and recommendations to the Director, Capital Assets and Projects on priorities with responsibility to operationalize identified goals and strategies.  
• Provide subject matter expertise on tangible capital assets related matters, promoting the application of best practice identified through research.  
• Promote and foster working relationships with employees and bargaining units to provide a fair and consistent application of provisions within the collective agreement. 
• Liaise with unions on issues that affect bargaining unit employees and represent the unit at mediation and arbitration proceedings as required.
• Encourage and support employee participation and commitment to individual, divisional, and organizational objectives.  Actively mentor, provide development opportunities and build a high-level team performance with direct reports.
• Work collaboratively with staff responsible for Development Charges, Asset Management, Capital Budget, Information Technology Services and other service areas to ensure commonality and consistency in reporting data from each area.
• Adhere to the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; includes the responsibility of delegation of procurement initiation approval authority and delegation of approval authority for professional consulting services as per policy amounts. 
• Provide input to the development of the annual operating and capital budgets for the Capital Assets and Projects Division.
• Provide direction and advice to Boards and Commissions regarding tangible capital assets reporting. 
• Provide analysis and guidance on the financial implications associated with the recording of tangible capital.
• Prepare responses to inquiries from elected officials, media and the public as requested by the Director, Capital Assets and Projects. 
• Represent the Division at Standing Committees and Council meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in financial reporting and accountability requirements, financial management and processes including a demonstrated understanding of PSAB with an understanding of the area’s programs and services and how the work of the area aligns with the objectives of the Division. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of capital budgeting and project management.
• Demonstrated competency in capital asset management functions and experience working with planning and accountability frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise using modelling and forecasting tools and techniques.
• Demonstrated analytical and business planning skills with a proven track record for effectively implementing and monitoring programs and services. 
• Demonstrated positive and proactive leadership capabilities, adept at leading a group of employees, contracted services and consultants; demonstrated commitment to developing high performance teams. 
• Demonstrated ability to inspire the people they lead through productive and honest dialogue, with personal integrity and actions. 
• Ability to be a trusted advisor and/or advocate in sensitive and/or emotionally charged situations. 
• Demonstrated perseverance and resilience in addressing and escalating as required, challenges and emergent issues. 
• Proven commitment to the safety of employees with knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations as it relates to the position. 
• Ability to provide a high level of attention to detail, make sense of data and solve problems. 
• Highly developed interpersonal and customer services skills, including conflict resolution and problem solving; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations within the community; experience working collaboratively with organizations, clients, and other individuals. Political acumen to identify and manage issues. 
• Ability to understand the importance of service delivery; implement initiatives that support the section’s customers in a timely and effective way. 
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office in particular Excel, and related software and database applications including Enterprise Reporting Planning (ERP) software and finance report writing software.
   

Qualifications:

• Completion of a University Degree in Business Administration and/or Accounting. 
• Chartered Professional Accountant Designation is required. 
• Five to seven years related experience including fixed accounting experience and management responsibilities.
• Project Management Professional Certificate or equivalent project planning specialized courses is an asset.  

Compensation & Other Information:

$100,395 - $131,441

This posting is for one (1) permanent full-time position being filled on a permanent full-time basis.

Current hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Work Arrangement: Onsite. Subject to change in accordance with business requirements.

These hours of work and work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with business requirements.

Police Record Check

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.