Data Maintenance Coordinator

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Alberta is seeking a Data Maintenance Coordinator for financial master data management within SAP. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Business Administration or Finance and at least three years of experience in relevant fields. The position offers a temporary full-time role, focusing on data accuracy and governance. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure data quality and support operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in SAP.
• Experience managing master data is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timely execution of requests for master data maintenance.
• Perform vendor master data maintenance and analysis.
• Coordinate business requests for data changes with minimal disruption.

Skills

Knowledge of SAP

Customer service skills

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Diploma in Business Administration or Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Requisition ID: 3873

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Temporary Full Time

Fixed Term Duration: Approximately one (1) month

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift/Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Division/Branch: Corporate Services, Financial Planning

Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL10

Rate: $48.18

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Posted: 01/11/2025

Closing Date: 09/11/2025

Posting Type: Internal and External

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

About The Division

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking a passionate and driven professional to join our Corporate Services Division—a cornerstone of our municipal operations. Keep the engine running—with excellence.

From IT and Accounting to Asset Management and Taxation, our Corporate Services Division supports the entire municipality. This division ensures we remain fiscally responsible, operationally efficient, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

If you're ready to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where your skills make a difference, this is your space to grow.

General Description

Under general supervision, the Data Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for financial master data maintenance within the Municipality’s SAP enterprise resource planning system for its financial accounting and controlling (FICO) and supply chain management (SCM) modules, and its business planning and consolidation (BPC) tool. This position resolves data quality issues, safeguards against data loss, and guides decision makers on the use of master data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and timely execution of all requests received for the maintenance of vendor, material, service, chart of accounts, cost centers, and other master data change requests.
• Perform vendor master data maintenance and analysis for duplicate vendors, inactive vendors, material master data, and service master data.
• Coordinate business requests to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely changes with little or no negative impact to meeting the needs of internal/external customers.
• Recommend modifications to material master data.
• Ensure adherence to data governance policies and procedures.
• Prepare data reports as requested.
• Identify causes of poor data quality, recommend solutions, and communicate findings to employees, management, and stakeholders.
• Participate in discussions regarding reporting and the use of business data across the enterprise.
• Support the development and revision of procedures and guiding documents to ensure standardization and accuracy of master data processes.
• Complete all applicable data updates in the system as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of current versions of SAP as it relates to financial accounting and controlling, materials management, inventory, and warehouse management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of logistical and financial information processes.
• Ability to analyze information from a variety of sources to summarize and provide recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and productive work relationships.
• Demonstrated customer service skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision using initiative and judgment in dealing with deadlines and workload.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain clear communication and positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Education and Experience

• Diploma in Business Administration or Finance is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in a role responsible for financial, materials management and/or procurement functions, which includes the regular use of SAP.
• Experience managing master data is preferred.

Other Requirements

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.

Safety

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca

Current employees must apply through the internal careers site.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.