Assistant Controller - Solid Waste

Assistant Controller
- Solid Waste  Finance and Administration Division, Water and Waste Department  Recruitment Details  Assistant Controller
- Solid Waste  Department:
Finance and Administration Division, Water and Waste Department
Designated

Work Location:

1120 Waverley Street, Hybrid with designated work location
Position Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Salary: $93,751.48 to $ annually, W.A.P.S.O. Grade 5
Employee Group: W.A.P.S.O.
Posting No.: 127307
Closing Date:
September 4, 2026
Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.
Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.
The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City;
Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.
For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers.
In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, consideration will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.
Preference to internal applicants may be applied.
Job Profile  Under the general direction of the Manager of Finance and Administration, the Assistant Controller is responsible for the delivery of core accounting and administrative services, and supporting lines of business within the Water and Waste Department. This position is currently assigned to the Solid Waste Services Division. The Assistant Controller is responsible for the supervision and training of accounting and clerical staff, the development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures and internal controls, landfill billing, and the day to day accounting.

The successful candidate will have the business acumen and professional skills to administer budget and forecast processes, and is responsible for the detailed analysis of operating results and projections. This position is also responsible for ensuring that the departmental administrative and accounting processes are in accordance with City standards and accounting policy, ensuring high level of data integrity and customer service.
As The Assistant Controller, You Will   Lead the accounting function to ensure financial information is accurate and produced in a timely manner.
Lead the administrative support function to ensure effective delivery of landfill billing and production, and weigh master services.
Lead the implementation of best practices in all areas of finance and administration and provide direction and leadership to staff.
Ensure that appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively to safeguard the integrity of financial systems and assets.
Direct the year end audit activities, including preparation of fund and associated reserves financial statements for Departmental Division.
Administer the budgeting and forecasting processes for Departmental Division.
Lead activity based costing for Departmental Division rates and interpretation of financial results.
Provide leadership, direction and advice in procurement of goods and services.
Ensure departmental accounting practices are in accordance with City policy and Canadian GAAP.
Lead related credit card payment processing ensuring internal control and adherence to City standards including PCI compliance.
Ensure…