Financial Analyst II (Payroll) - City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon

About this Opportunity

The City of Saskatoon is actively seeking a dedicated Financial Analyst II (Payroll) to join its Human Resources division. This permanent, full-time position is crucial for managing various accounting functions, including the intricate payroll accounting process, overseeing the City’s financial reporting, and providing expert accounting and payroll consultation services. This is an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking for City of Saskatoon jobs in a dynamic public sector environment.

Key Duties

As a Financial Analyst II (Payroll), you will be involved in a broad range of responsibilities that ensure the integrity and efficiency of the City's financial operations, particularly those related to payroll. Your duties will include:

• Providing accounting and support in the areas of planning, organizing, directing, and control, including confidential analysis and recommendations regarding accounting and payroll matters.
• Conducting audit and control activities for payroll cycles, including reconciliations and review of all payroll-related statutory filings and payments.
• Performing the budgeting and reconciliation of salaries, wages, and payroll costs related to the corporate budgets.
• Recruiting, directing, supervising, training, and evaluating the performance of staff for the assigned work unit.
• Collecting, integrating, and evaluating financial data from various sources to provide analysis and recommendations on budget and business plans, including analysis of all payroll related accounts.
• Participating in the implementation and development of financial business systems, ensuring adequate internal controls are present.
• Coordinating, analyzing, and preparing timely historical and forecast reports of payroll related expenditures.
• Reviewing, updating, and recommending changes to corporate policies related to payroll and benefits, procedures, and controls; proposing continuous improvement initiatives and implementing changes to processes and system enhancements.
• Providing support and training for accounting and payroll systems, policies, and the updating of accounting records, as required.
• Performing corporate and departmental accounting functions in accordance with professional standards and generally accepted accounting practices, including reconciliation of various accounts.
• Assisting with planning, organizing, and controlling the City’s Corporate financial reporting systems, including identification of needs, problem-solving, timeliness, integrity, and coordination of development.
• Assisting external auditors during interim and annual audits of corporate records.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual for this vital finance role. To be successful, candidates should possess the following:

• A degree in Commerce or a related discipline, plus completion of a professional Canadian accounting designation (i.e., CPA).
• Four to six years of 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.
• 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.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.

About the Employer

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity.

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca. Explore City of Saskatoon careers and jobs in Saskatoon with an employer committed to its community.