Joint Compliance Audit Committee Member

Municipalities located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell are recruiting experienced professionals to serve on their 2026 Municipal Elections Joint Compliance Audit Committee.

The Committee is independent of the municipalities and is required by the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 to consider applications requesting audits of candidates' campaign finances. Committees may be required to appoint auditors and determine if legal proceedings are required as a result of the auditors' reports.

The successful candidate will:

• Review and evaluate applications for audits of campaign finances.
• Appoint auditors in alignment with statutory requirements.
• Assess auditors' reports and recommend necessary legal action.
• Attend meetings during daytime and evening hours.

• Background in accounting, auditing, law, election administration, and/or public administration.
• Understanding of municipal campaign finance provisions.
• Demonstrated analytical decision‑making and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with or as a member of government boards, task forces, or quasi‑judicial bodies.
• Flexibility to attend meetings during daytime and evening hours.

Applicants cannot be candidates in the 2026 Municipal Election, nor have committed to providing professional advice to any person running for office in any municipality located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell. Applicants also cannot be Members of Council or current employees of any municipality located within the United Counties of Prescott and Russell.

The Committee's term of office is four years, beginning on November 15, 2026. Successful applicants will receive a retainer of $400 and a per diem of $100 (plus mileage).