Accountant

Position #: 203394

Expected Start Date: May 19, 2025

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Accounts Receivable

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: December 31, 2025

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Accounts Receivable Accountant is accountable for providing the leadership, direction and coordination necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the patient and non-patient Accounts Receivable processes.  As well, the accountant is responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate financial information by performing critical general ledger reconciliations and audits of accounts receivable documents.  The incumbent creates and sustains a workplace environment that fosters respect, builds trust, open communication and promotion of learning and growth.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education:

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
• Chartered Professional Accountant or equivalent, or a suitable combination of education and experience

Competencies:

• Advanced accounting skills
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced computer skills

Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to lead change and innovation
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage within an environment of restricted resources
• Ability to maintain a focus on quality and safety in all services
• Knowledge of the audit principles and practices
• Capable of discerning and maintaining confidential information
• Ability to ensure establishment of appropriate standards, policies and practices
• Ability to plan, prioritize and oversee numerous concurrent projects effectively
• Ability to ensure effective use of resources

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/