Accountant

Position #: 198279

Expected Start Date: January 16, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Accounts Receivable B

Type: Full-time regular

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: Corporate Accounting Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Finance portfolio. The Corporate Accounting Specialist is accountable for coordinating and implementing the effective and efficient operation of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Treasury, Reporting & Compliance functions. As well, the Specialist is responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate financial information by performing critical cash flow forecast, general ledger reconciliations and audits of accounts payable, accounts receivable documents, bank accounts, debt & investments. 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

Experience

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in finance or accounting role

Education

• Bachelor of Finance (BF)
• Accounting designation (CA, CPA)
• Finance diploma
• Business Administration/Commerce majoring in Accounting
• Accounting diploma

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
• Analytical skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan

Other Information

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