Accounting and finance careers

Accounting and finance careers

We deliver timely and responsible financial services to support City operations and Calgarians.

Where financial integrity starts

Our finance and accounting team takes pride in keeping our organization’s finances honest and accurate.

We help deliver important services to Calgarians while keeping the cost of local government low in one of the world’s most livable cities.

City of Calgary employees usually stay with The City for a long time: around 13 years of service on average. Want to know why? Learn more about our benefits, or view more career pathways.

We are hiring!

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What you’ll do here

The City has many jobs in accounting and finance. These include:

  • Planning and budgeting
  • Financial reporting and standards
  • Pensions and benefits
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Credit and collections
  • Policy and internal controls
  • Cash management and investments

You will help our organization by using your finance and accounting skills to:

  • Give excellent customer service and support to clients.
  • Improve financial rules and check service quality.
  • Update and modernize budget planning and reporting.
  • Make finance systems and processes better and more efficient.
  • Provide financial guidance and work as a partner with operational teams.

You’ll be part of a trusted team that helps The City deliver programs and services that Calgarian’s value.

Why choose accounting and finance at The City?

Influencing fiscal responsibility

Manage money to provide valued services and projects while keeping Calgary affordable.

Simplifying our services and budget approach

Focus on modernizing strategic budgeting and reporting.

Embracing a culture

Support a team-focused culture and use tax dollars wisely and efficiently.

Grow your career in a place that values balance

Build your knowledge, follow financial rules, and strengthen your problem-solving skills.

Careers you’ll find here

Whether you’re starting out or moving up, The City offers many roles in accounting and finance, including:

  • Accountants
  • Analysts and Advisors
  • Business Analysts
  • Collections Officers
  • Economists
  • Finance Business Strategists
  • Finance Coordinators and Specialists
  • Finance Recovery Specialists
  • Financial Planners
  • Investment Analysts and Officers
  • Financial Systems Consultants
  • Finance Leaders
  • Finance & Regulatory Strategists
  • Financial Reporting Consultants
  • Corporate Finance Advisors

These roles are essential to our operations and often in high demand. If you’re ready to make a difference, explore current opportunities and apply today.

Awards and honours

Our Accounting and Finance teams are known across Canada for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting. Our focus on being clear and accurate has earned us several awards from the Government Finance Officers Association. These awards reflect the high standards behind everything we do.