Job Description

Financial Controller

Why SRC?


With more than 350 employees and over 75 years of experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada's second largest research and technology organization. We help clients from across the world solve complex technology challenges, seize new opportunities, and reduce their environmental impact.


Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program and an outstanding team environment.

Overview


SRC's Finance Division has a career opportunity for a Financial Controller. Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, this role will provide leadership and direction to the accounting team and as part of a team of highly skilled financial professionals, will contribute to the delivery of high-quality financial services.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for the management of the financial systems, internal controls, monitoring and related processes
• In charge of preparing, analyzing and presenting financial statements, statistics, regulatory reporting and other specific reports
• Provide leadership and strategic guidance to the financial analysts that support each of our functional business areas across SRC ensuring accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
• Manage the annual audit process and preparation of financial reports for regulatory and government entities
• Represent the finance department in leadership meetings, ensuring alignment with SRC's strategic initiatives
• Provide analytical advice, reporting, forecasting and support across SRC's strategic decision-making in the business areas
• Review business planning activities and provide financial recommendations and input that assess risk and opportunities and support long-term financial sustainability
• Serve as the primary financial contact to communicate with key stakeholders and external parties such as auditors and financial institutions
• Oversee SRC's budgeting and financial reporting processes ensuring accuracy, compliance and alignment with strategic objectives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of financial accounting and financial management experience; experience in relevant industries is an asset
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Chartered Professional Accountant Designation is required
• In-depth understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and knowledge of government reporting
• Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing organization is an asset
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Power BI and Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations are assets

Skills

• Business acumen to provide solutions to business problems with an unwavering commitment to safety
• Strong commitment to excellence with proven ability to lead, mentor and develop a high performing team of accounting and financial employees
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and able to work effectively with a wide variety of employee, clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrates a collaborative work style with excellent organization and analytical skills
• Ability to positively influence internal and external stakeholders utilizing relevant data and a collaborative and flexible approach to problem solving
• Customer centric approach with demonstrated and consistent on-time delivery
• A commitment to professional ethics, integrity and confidentiality



The chosen candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.


This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.


Deadline to apply is February 21, 2025.

To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter via the careers section of our website www.src.sk.ca/careers.


Please indicate on your application where you heard about the position as SRC works with several partners to support an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to engage and empower all people so they can successfully achieve their professional goals.