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The Payroll & HR Systems department is looking for a Financial Analyst II.

The Work You Will Be Involved In:

This position performs various accounting functions, including organizing the payroll accounting process, managing the City’s financial reporting processes and providing accounting and payroll consultation services.

• Provides accounting and support in the areas of planning, organizing, directing and control.  Conducts confidential analysis and provides recommendations regarding accounting and payroll matters.
• Provides audit and control activities for payroll cycles including reconciliations and review of all payroll-related statutory filings and payments.
• Performs the budgeting and reconciliation of salaries, wages and payroll costs related to the corporate budgets.
• Recruits, directs and supervises, trains and evaluates performance of staff for the assigned work unit.
• Collects, integrates and evaluates financial data, from various sources, to provide analysis and give recommendations on budget and business plans, including analysis of all payroll related accounts.
• Participates in the implementation and development of financial business systems ensuring adequate internal controls are present.
• Coordinates, analyzes and prepares timely historical and forecast reports of payroll related expenditures.
• Reviews, updates and recommends changes to corporate policies related to payroll and benefits policies, procedures and controls.  Proposes continuous improvement initiatives, implementing changes to processes and system enhancements.
• Provides support and training for accounting and payroll systems, policies and the updating of accounting records, as required.
• Performs corporate and departmental accounting functions in accordance with professional standards and generally accepted accounting practices, including reconciliation of various accounts
• Assists with planning, organizing, and controlling the City’s Corporate financial reporting systems, including identification of needs, problem-solving, timeliness, integrity and co-ordination of development.  
• Assists external auditors during interim and annual audits of corporate records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Who We Are Looking For:

Core Competencies:

• Financial Management & Accounting Operations: Proven expertise in managing complex financial functions, including payroll accounting, budgeting, and corporate financial reporting. Skilled in overseeing audit activities, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with public sector accounting standards. Capable of integrating SAP S/4HANA Financial Accounting systems and supporting internal control frameworks. 
• Payroll & Compensation Analysis: Demonstrated ability to lead payroll processes from budgeting to statutory reporting. Experienced in analyzing payroll-related expenditures, ensuring accuracy in salary and benefit costs, and developing forecasts to inform corporate budget planning. Capable of providing guidance on payroll policies, system enhancements, and compliance requirements.
• Leadership & Staff Development: Experienced in recruiting, directing, and evaluating accounting and payroll staff. Adept at building high-performing teams, implementing work plans, identifying training needs, and applying performance management strategies. Known for fostering collaborative and accountable work environments.

• Business & Operational Strategy: Adept at aligning operational initiatives with corporate goals. Skilled in developing policies and process improvements to enhance financial efficiency, data integrity, and service delivery. Proven ability to identify gaps, implement changes, and support enterprise-wide financial planning.

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Strong background in financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Competent in evaluating salary-related accounts and integrating multiple data sources to support business decisions and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Process Improvement & Internal Controls: Experienced in evaluating and improving business processes related to payroll and financial reporting. Skilled in developing internal controls, documenting workflows, and leading process optimization initiatives to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent written and verbal communicator, with the ability to prepare and present complex financial and technical reports to senior administration and elected officials. Skilled at cross-departmental collaboration and translating financial data into actionable insights.

• System Integration & Data Analysis: Well-versed in the use of financial and payroll systems including SAP and Microsoft Excel. Proficient in leveraging advanced Excel and Power BI functions for data analysis, model building, forecasting, and dashboard development.

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree in Commerce or related discipline plus completion of a professional Canadian accounting designation; i.e. CPA.
• Four to six year's progressively responsible experience in financial management analysis and reporting.  Experience with SAP S/4 Hana Financial Accounting and/or SAP HCM Payroll Processing would be considered an asset.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Considerable knowledge of financial research and analysis techniques and payroll and employee benefits administration.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and finance administration.
• Considerable knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards.
• Knowledge of business process analysis and system design and implementation.
• Ability to direct and support staff to achieve identified results.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of civic staff, including senior administration and elected officials.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including the preparation and presentation of complex financial and technical reports.
• Ability to problem solve through consensus, stakeholder involvement and dialogue.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Demonstrated skill in financial research and analysis, including the ability to apply research and evaluation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI at an intermediate to advanced level, including data manipulation and analytics, model building, scenario analysis, and forecasting.

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If you are interested in the Financial Analyst II position, but don't have all these qualifications - apply anyway. All applicants will beconsidered with an emphasis on relevant experience, education, and applicable skills.