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Job Title | Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer |
Department | Corporate Services |
Location | Cochrane, Ontario |
Immediate Supervisor | Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) |
Rate of Pay | $120,231 to $135,321 / year |
Benefits | Benefits and a Defined Benefit Pension |
Hours of Work | 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday |
Position Status | Permanent Full-time |
Application Deadline | Friday. July 24, 2026 |
The Town of Cochrane is seeking a dedicated and experienced Municipal Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer (full time) to oversee and manage the financial operations of the municipality. In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the preparation and management of the municipality’s budget, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning. The Treasurer will ensure compliance with provincial regulations and municipal policies, while also providing expert financial advice to Council and Senior Management.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in public sector finance, with exceptional analytical and communication skills and will lead a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. The successful candidate’s expertise will be vital in enhancing financial transparency, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting the municipality’s long-term fiscal health. If you are passionate about serving your community and driving financial excellence, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role.
The Town of Cochrane values the unique skills and experiences each individual has to offer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation to participate fully in our recruitment processes, please let us know when we contact you.
The Town of Cochrane is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We strongly encourage qualified candidates from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized persons, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, and other members of marginalized communities to consider working with and for the Town of Cochrane.
All applicants are thanked for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be further contacted. Information gathered is under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used for candidate selection purposes.
To explore this opportunity please apply via email with a covering letter and resume as soon as possible and not later than August 10th 2026 to careers@waterhousesearch.net quoting project TC-MFDT. Please note: Qualified candidates may be considered in advance of the closing date.
Should you wish to speak to our Executive Recruiter or to receive a detailed position description please contact Jon Stungevicius at 416-214-9233 (o), 416-419-7710 (c) or email jon@waterhousesearch.net.
The Town of Cochrane is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Applicants must self-identify and make their accessibility needs known in advance.
All applications will be held in strict confidence. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen candidates. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes only.
Saturday, March 8th and Sunday, March 9th, 2025
Fifth Street will be closed from intersection of 7th to 8th Avenue
and east side of 9th to 11th Avenue
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