Assistant Manager of Accounting

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.