About this role
- The successful candidate will: Assist with the preparation of financial statements and year-end audit files.
- Respond to inquiries from the external auditor, the Office of the Provincial Auditor, and the Ministry of Education.
- Ensure financial reporting complies with Ministry of Education requirements and public sector accounting standards.
- Research, develop and maintain Financial Services documentation, policies, and procedures.
- Gather, analyze and report financial information from multiple sources.
- Identify and correct errors to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Prepare forecasting models and contribute to the annual budget development process.
- Support the management and improvement of financial systems and processes.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
- Provides leadership and training of junior accounting staff including oversight of the accounts receivable and donation business functions.
- The successful candidate will have: A university degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a major in accounting and a professional accounting designation (CPA).
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Four to six years of progressively responsible experience in financial and management analysis and reporting.
- Thorough knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board standards.
- The ability to lead in a multidisciplinary environment and apply effective change-management practices when supporting staff through change.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.We offer a salary range of $85,796 - $100,977 with a 37.5-hour work week. This position is based on-site at Saskatoon Public Schools, and includes a full range of benefits.