The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Financial Consultant to join its Financial Services Branch.
Reporting to the Manager, Financial Reporting, the Financial Consultant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and reports, budgeting and forecasting future financial results, analyzing, and overseeing the processing of financial information, and developing, implementing, monitoring, and recommending changes to various financial, accounting and management processes and procedures. The consultants will provide strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of functions while providing creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations of the organization. They will lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or branch(s) and provide recommendations and execute operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SLGA's operations and people.
Core Competencies (Job Family – Professional)

• Accountability (Level B) – Holds team members accountable and clarifies team expectations
• Communication (Level B) – Adapts communication
• Customer Service Excellence (Level C) – Builds customer relationships and identifies required improvements to service delivery
• Adaptability (Level C) – Anticipates future needs or changes within the work environment
• Teamwork (Level A) – Participates in team or group activities

Job Duties

• Provide support to accounting functions including, analyzing and overseeing the processing of financial information including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, asset management and vendor support
• Maintain systems of accounts
• Critically review financial statements and reports
• Develop and initiate new accounting processes, procedures and practices
• Complete risk assessments while designing and conducting information system tests and procedures to evaluate program operations
• Ensure compliance with internal control procedures
• Provide accounting advice to branches as well as mentor financial services staff
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required
• Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SLGA in order to foster a positive and productive work environment
• Manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Development of all budgets, fiscal forecasts and financial reports
• Responsible for monthly tax filings and periodic Statistics Canada filings.

Supervisory Actions and Responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to:

• Provide technical advice or guidance to others.
• Delegate work to others.
• Approve the work of others.
• Coach and motivate others.
• Ensure the quality of work of others.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in Commerce or Administration with a focus on Accounting or Finance supplemented by three (3) or more years of experience related to budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and/or accounting
• Professional Accounting Designation, CPA is an asset
• Knowledge of accounting and financial acts, regulations and policies
• Knowledge of financial and management accounting principles
• Knowledge of applicable accounting practices, standards and procedures
• Knowledge of information systems

Working Conditions

• On-site
• Office environment or setting

What we offer:

• A competitive salary
• Inclusive work environment
• Work-life balance
• Dynamic and challenging work environment
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Vacation, Scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
• Flexible spending benefit account
• Support for professional fees and career development
• Comprehensive benefits package including matched pension, disability insurance, health and dental

To Apply
Join us by submitting your application online.
Both your cover letter and resume will be used in the screening process. You must clearly indicate how you meet the required qualifications and competencies listed above. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. The selection process will consist of an interview and a written assessment.
The successful candidate will be subject to SLGA's Criminal Record Check and Code of Conduct Policies.
Application deadline: Open Till filled
Vacancy number: 35F25
Classification: MCP06 ($76, 548 - $99, 492 annually)

SLGA is committed to achieving a representative workforce. We invite all qualified individuals to apply. Women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities are encouraged to self-identify.

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