Job Description

Description

This position is located in our Head Office location in Melville, Saskatchewan. Consideration may be given to hybrid work arrangements within Saskatchewan. If approved for hybrid work, you will be required to work in the office at least three days per week. This includes attending onsite divisional meetings, training sessions, employee engagement and team collaboration activities, as well as corporate meetings and events.

What you'll do:

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, this position is responsible for the leadership, direction and management of the Accounting Unit to ensure effective coordination and financial services to both internal and external customers within generally accepted accounting standards. Provide appropriate direction, policies and recommendations to VP, Finance & Compliance to ensure the corporation's fiscal responsibilities are met. Lead the strategic planning of the Accounting Unit to ensure goals and objectives align with the Finance Division plan and the overall corporate plan. Responsible for overseeing the collection function and legal activities of the corporation with respect to collections, legal action, contracts and contact with RCMP if required. Manage the human resources for the Accounting Unit to ensure goals and objectives of the unit are met. Develop and provide direction to ensure policies and procedures are consistently administered, aligned with organizational direction and in compliance with legislative requirements. Co-ordinate audits with internal and external auditors as well as Provincial and Federal auditors. Lead the preparation of quarterly financial statements and written reports and present to Executive and Board of Directors. Coordinate and manage projects and develop and implement policy for the Accounting Unit. Responsible for maintaining a culture of compliance, ethics and integrity. Be a leader in change management throughout the organization. Actively engage and participate as a member of SCIC's Executive Management team.

Qualifications:

To be successful in this position you will need a degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration supplemented with a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and seven to ten years in progressively responsible accounting leadership roles. Experience displaying knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting for Public Sector or Private Sector entities. Proven ability to lead employees and to establish and maintain good working relations with employees, co-workers, management, Board of Directors and external customers. Experience with a computerized accounting system and hands-on knowledge of computer software applications. Requires knowledge in financial reporting and accountability. Understanding of collection procedures. Experience and knowledge in strategic planning. A criminal record check is required. Should the successful candidate participate in the Crop Insurance or AgriStability Programs, their account must be in good standing.

Competencies:

Service Excellence:

Develops and implements practices and programs that will benefit the organization while improving customer satisfaction and customer experience.

Personal Leadership and Development:

Models a range of leadership styles, regardless of position. Influences others to act in accordance with the organization's values.

Strategic Thinking:

Is a visionary and long-term planner. Translates the strategic direction, including vision, mission and values into effective strategies. Anticipates trends and develops strategies to move the organization forward.

Decision Making:

Aligns decisions with the mission, vision, values and future direction of the organization. Identifies and plans for the impacts or implications of decisions in the current and future environment.

Innovation:

Creates a culture that supports taking responsible risks and one where change is expected and supported. Takes action to align the organization with planned changes. Removes organizational obstacles for change and innovation.

Analytical Thinking:

Takes a multidimensional approach to problems or situations by asking questions and analyzing data and concepts to determine how each component is impacted. Anticipates how customers, individuals, teams and others will respond or react to situations and develops a plan or information to reduce concerns.

Team Collaboration:

Builds cooperation and communication between multiple teams, recognizing when teams could work together for improved success. Uses different behaviours appropriate to the situation at hand to achieve desired results.

Building Organizational Community:

Encourages sharing of resources and knowledge throughout the organization. Actively supports a one team approach. Serves as a personal model of the change that is expected of others.

Communication:

Communicates strategically, considering such aspects as optional message timing, and form of communication. Strategically builds networks and contacts to support ideas, initiatives and directives.

Accountability:

Ensures resources are directed to support the organization's desired goals and culture. Plays a leadership role in shaping the culture of the organization by consistently communicating and exemplifying the values.

Performance Management:

Establishes challenging goals and acts to reach and exceed them; holds others accountable for their goals. Balances immediate organizational needs and long-range priorities. Establishes performance expectations and inspires excellence.

Planning and Risk Management:

Assesses future goals, unit/divisional/organizational needs and risks and develops comprehensive plans that bridge complex issues.

Process Management:

Assigns the appropriate authority for resource management. Manages fiscal, technological and human resources at an organizational level. Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge and understanding of business planning, accountability practices and systems management.
Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. SCIC welcomes applications from all individuals and encourages applicants to self-identify in their application. We affirm our Commitment to Reconciliation as we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.

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