Job Description

Permanent - Full Time

At SaskPower, we generate more than just electricity for Saskatchewan people. We offer some of the best jobs in the province.

Our challenging careers will help you grow while being surrounded by a fully-committed team, committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. If you're someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn't shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 09/23/2022 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

SaskPower is currently searching for a Financial Consultant who is responsible for assisting in the preparation of external financial reporting in an accurate and timely manner. This includes the preparation of the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements and related note disclosures, Management Discussion and Analysis, Annual Report and other compliance reporting.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization
• Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower's operations and people
• Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions
• Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences
• Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives
• Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Our ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Responsibilities include ensuring ongoing compliance with IFRS; researching new accounting standards and analyzing their impact on financial results; maintaining corporate accounting policies and procedures; and ensuring compliance with CEO/CFO certification requirements.

Successful applicants will have a degree in Business Administration, Commerce or other related equivalent with a focus on Accounting or Finance supplemented by five (5) years experience, and a Chartered Professional Accountant designation. Excellent interpersonal, communication, project management and leadership skills are essential. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

SaskPower has identified competencies that enable performance and success within each out of scope role at SaskPower. For more information on these job family competencies and those that relate to the position that you are applying on, please visit:

SaskPower offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Diversity and inclusion are also a priority for us. At SaskPower, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and having a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to selections based on merit and to the full participation of diversity groups. These groups include the four equity groups recognized by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission: Indigenous Peoples, Members of Visible Minority Groups / Racialized Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in Under-Represented Roles, as well as LGBTQ persons and Newcomers to Saskatchewan.

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Please apply by 09/23/2022.