Assistant Manager of Accounting

CPA SK; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental

Group life insurance

Vacation and paid days off

Job summary

Saskatoon Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Manager of Accounting to support the Manager of Accounting and General Manager of Financial Services. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and policy development across the division.

The successful candidate will lead junior accounting staff, oversee receivables and donation functions, and ensure compliance with PSAB standards in a large public sector environment. On-site position with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• University degree in Commerce or Business Administration with CPA designation.
• Four to six years of progressively responsible experience in financial and management analysis and reporting.
• Thorough knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board standards.
• Ability to lead in a multidisciplinary environment and manage change.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of financial statements and year-end audit files.
• Respond to inquiries from external auditor, Office of the Provincial Auditor, and the Ministry of Education.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with Ministry of Education requirements and public sector accounting standards.
• Research, develop and maintain Financial Services documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Gather, analyze and report financial information from multiple sources.
• Identify and correct errors to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Prepare forecasting models and contribute to annual budget development process.
• Support the management and improvement of financial systems and processes.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.

Skills

PSAB standards

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business Administration

CPA designation

Equivalent education/experience considered

Job description

Saskatoon Public Schools is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative individual to join our Financial Services team as Assistant Manager of Accounting. This position supports the Manager of Accounting and General Manager of Financial Services in the development and administration of the school division's financial services, policies, plans, systems, and processes.

The Assistant Manager of Accounting helps ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supports financial reporting and budget development and maintains financial policies and procedures throughout the organization.

This is a full-time permanent position with duties to commence as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and year-end audit files.
• Respond to inquiries from the external auditor, the Office of the Provincial Auditor, and the Ministry of Education.
• Ensure financial reporting complies with Ministry of Education requirements and public sector accounting standards.
• Research, develop and maintain Financial Services documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Gather, analyze and report financial information from multiple sources.
• Identify and correct errors to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Prepare forecasting models and contribute to the annual budget development process.
• Support the management and improvement of financial systems and processes.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.

Provides leadership and training of junior accounting staff including oversight of the accounts receivable and donation business functions.

We offer a salary range of $85,796 - $100,977 with a 37.5-hour work week. This position is based on-site at Saskatoon Public Schools.

We also offer a full range of benefits, including extended health care, dental, group life insurance, vacation and other paid days of leave.

Skills

The successful candidate will have:

• A university degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a major in accounting and a professional accounting designation (CPA). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Four to six years of progressively responsible experience in financial and management analysis and reporting.
• Thorough knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board standards.
• The ability to lead in a multidisciplinary environment and apply effective change-management practices when supporting staff through change.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Application Deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026

Saskatoon Public Schools is the largest school division in Saskatchewan, serving nearly 29,000 students with the support of more than 3,300 dedicated professional and support staff. Our division includes 48 elementary schools and 10 secondary schools, including a flexible learning program for artists and athletes, and a unique partnership school — Charles Red Hawk Elementary School located on Whitecap Dakota Nation.

We aim to hire the best and brightest and expect our workforce to reflect the ever-changing face of our thriving community. By joining Saskatoon Public Schools, you can launch a rewarding career in the city you call home.