Requisition ID: 4328Affiliation: CUPE MunicipalPosition Type: Permanent Full TimeNumber of Openings: 1Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weeklyShift/Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Department/ Branch: Corporate Services, Treasury & Capital FinanceJob Location: Fort McMurrayPay Level: PL11Start Rate: $ 49.79Permanent Rate: $ 58.52 (Permanent rate effective after completion of probation)COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 25/07/2026Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 12/08/2026Posting Type: Internal and External     We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.    ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:   The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking a passionate and driven professional to join our Corporate Services Department —a cornerstone of our municipal operations. Keep the engine running—with excellence.   From IT and Accounting to Asset Management and Taxation, our Corporate Services Division supports the entire municipality. This division ensures we remain fiscally responsible, operationally efficient, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.   If you're ready to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where your skills make a difference, this is your space to grow.     GENERAL DESCRIPTION:   Under limited supervision, the Grants Administrator ensures that opportunities for receiving grant and other funding opportunities are maximized, while ensuring compliance is maintained with the conditions of each funding source. The incumbent will apply for grants, record journal entries, analyze and reconcile accounts, and prepare progress reports for grant-funded projects.     RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Continually research and secure grant opportunities, to maximize municipal non-tax revenue through the identification of potential federal, provincial, and non-government grant opportunities. Identify available grant funding for the Municipality to enable the use of many funding sources for budget purposes. Network with internal departments and external stakeholders to identify and maximize grant opportunities. Communicate relevant grant information to respective departments through collaboration and reporting. Develop, monitor, and maintain the grant implementation and reporting process. Ensure the internal and external reporting process is maintained as per the identified requirements.    Collaborate with program and project managers to ensure that grant timelines are adhered to, ensuring timely reporting and continuation of grant funding. Prepare journal entries and reconciliations to maintain accuracy of internal financial reports, year-end financial statements, and financial reports required by grant providers. Analyze, reconcile, and maintain reserve account information and produce required reporting. Analyze and maintain levies and developer fees, fund information and produce required reporting. Collaborate in the budget process regarding revenue opportunities to reduce tax revenue funding requirements. Provide quarterly reporting of grant revenue received and not received. Perform other related duties as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS     KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  

Extensive knowledge of financial, budget and funding processes. Ability to accurately record grant revenue, deferred revenue, and grants receivable in accordance with Public Sector Accounting Standards.  Ability to exercise a high degree of discretion and maintain confidentiality of all documents and information. Ability to research, interpret and administer federal, provincial, municipal, and external grant programs. Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required. Ability to work independently conducting research, applying analytical techniques, and understanding funding guidelines and technical information related to a variety of municipal departments. Ability to manage and organize a high volume of data from numerous sources to develop customized reporting for executive. Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy, and to coordinate and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and objectives. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency in SAP. Advanced research, communication, and accounting skills.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

Degree in Business Administration specializing in accounting or finance, combined with two (2) years of accounting experience in a computerized environment is required.

OR

Diploma in Business Administration specializing in accounting or finance, combined with four (4) years of accounting experience in a computerized environment.

    OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  

Demonstrated research experience and a proficient understanding of accounting standards and knowledge is required. Previous experience in grant administration is considered an asset. Submission of a criminal record check.

    SAFETY:   As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.    To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.caCurrent employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individualsselected for interviews will be contacted.  Late applications will not be accepted.