Coordinator, Accounting Services

Inclusionregina; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 113,011,000 - 141,322,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Regina is seeking an experienced Manager, Accounting Services to supervise the accounts payable function within the Finance Department. You will ensure compliance with GST/PST, procurement agreements, and corporate policies while leading staff and driving efficiency.

This role reports to the Financial Business Partner – Public Accounting and Reporting, guiding budgeting, planning, and internal controls. A CPA and municipal accounting knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• University degree in commerce/administration and CPA or equivalent required.
• Five years of related accounting experience with at least 3 in a supervisory role.
• Public Sector Procurement Certificate.
• Experience with Hyperion and Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Strong knowledge of municipal accounting, GST/PST, and OH&S requirements.
• Proficiency with large computerized financial systems and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable, collections, and receivables operations.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, tax rules, procurement agreements, and internal policies.
• Lead, supervise, and develop staff; manage recruitment and performance.
• Prepare reports and implement process improvements.
• Manage banking activities and signing authorities.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Accounting

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

University degree in Commerce/Administration

CPA designation

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle E-Business Suite

Job description

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Division:Financial Strategy & Sustainability

Department:Finance

Branch:Public Accounting & Reporting

Type of Posting:Internal & External

Employment Type:Term up to 3 years

Hourly Salary: $39.44- $49.32 ( 2024 rate)

Date Posted: September 2, 2026

Closing Date:September 16, 2026

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensure accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent teamand we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

This position supervises the accounts payable function for the Finance Department ensuring all processes are made in accordance with existing legislation, tax rules, corporate policy, accounting standards and applicable procurement agreements. Provides strong leadership increasing department accuracy and efficiency through development of policies, contributing to establishment of annual planning, service level and performance targets and mentoring, training, and coaching staff. This position reports to the Financial Business Partner – Public Accounting and Reporting.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and budgeting; monitor and control unit expenditures.
• Oversee accounts payable, collections, and sundry receivables operations, including reconciliations, transaction processing, and payment approvals.
• Ensure compliance with municipal legislation, tax regulations (GST/PST), procurement agreements, and internal policies; maintain strong internal controls.
• Audit transactions for accuracy and completeness; respond to internal and external audit requests.
• Lead, supervise, and develop staff, including recruitment, training, performance management, and labour relations.
• Act as the primary subject matter expert and key contact for internal departments and external partners.
• Manage banking activities, including electronic funds transfers, and monitor signing authorities.
• Oversee delinquent accounts, collections activities, credit approvals, and resolution of complex/escalated issues.
• Analyze financial, statistical, and benchmarking data; prepare reports and recommend process improvements.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement system enhancements and process efficiencies, including business case development.
• Build and maintain effective relationships; liaise with Legal and other stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Ensure adherence to Occupational Health & Safety requirements and corporate policies.
• Lead or support corporate initiatives, training programs, special projects, and act as Manager, Accounting Services as required.

Key Qualifications

• Typically, the knowledge, skills and abilities are obtained through the completion of a University Degree in Commerce/Administration and recognized accounting designation such as a CPA or similar education.
• Five (5) years of related experience in a progressively responsible accounting position, preferably municipal, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity
• Public Sector Procurement Certificate.
• Experience with Hyperion and Oracle E-Business Suite would be beneficial along with computerized financial systems is also essential.
• Strong knowledge of municipal accounting, procurement practices, budgeting processes, and applicable legislation, including GST/PST and OHS requirements.
• Proficiency with large computerized financial systems (AP, AR, collections) and internal controls; ability to identify and implement system enhancements.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, including workforce planning, performance management, coaching, and staff development.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, bylaws, contracts, and legislation using sound judgment and independent decision-making.
• Strong analytical skills to assess data, resolve issues, and recommend process improvements.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence, train, and build relationships across all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive, complex, and escalated customer and audit-related issues with professionalism and diplomacy.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and meet deadlines while working independently and in a team environment.
• Skilled in report writing, data analysis, and delivering high-quality customer service.
• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses.