Dean Stansfield
About Dean Stansfield
Dean Stansfield serves as the Chief of Financial Policy, Systems and Control for the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2013. He previously worked as the Chief Accounting Officer at the Canada Revenue Agency from 2005 to 2013 and studied Accounting and Finance at Saint Lawrence College.
Work at Government of Canada
Dean Stansfield has been serving as the Chief of Financial Policy, Systems and Control at the Government of Canada since 2013. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of financial policies and systems that support the government's financial management framework. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial regulations and enhancing the efficiency of financial operations within government departments.
Previous Experience at Canada Revenue Agency
Before his current position, Dean Stansfield worked at the Canada Revenue Agency as the Chief Accounting Officer from 2005 to 2013. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing the agency's accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and overseeing the implementation of accounting standards. His tenure at the agency contributed to the improvement of financial processes and compliance measures.
Education and Expertise
Dean Stansfield studied at Saint Lawrence College, where he focused on Accounting and Finance. He completed a Business Administration program from 1986 to 1988. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in public service.