Finance Manager-Accounts Payable

SaskTel; Ontario; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

SaskTel is seeking a Finance Manager-Accounts Payable to oversee financial obligations exceeding $1 billion annually. This permanent full-time position involves ensuring compliance with corporate governance and assisting with the reporting of senior management expenses. Located in Regina or Saskatoon, successful candidates must be located within Saskatchewan or willing to relocate. Join a leading company committed to fostering innovation and diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Pension plans

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Training & more

Customized rewards programs

Qualifications

• Professional Accountant Designation or Bachelor's Degree with major in Finance/Accounting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of corporate governance and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing financial obligations exceeding $1 billion annually.
• Ensures compliance with governance requirements and accurate reporting.
• Acts as primary contact for CIC Payee Disclosure Report.

Skills

Communication

Financial Control Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Professional Accountant Designation or Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting/General Business

Tools

SAP

Job description

At SaskTel, we don't just think big - we innovate and lead the way! We enrich everyday life. We empower people, organizations and communities to reach their full potential. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, join our dynamic team and be part of something truly transformative!

Finance Manager-Accounts Payable

Location: Regina or Saskatoon
Number of Positions: 1
Salary: $96,011 - $128,015 (Based on education and experience)
Type of Position: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: 06/17/2025

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable for the processing and payment of the Corporation's financial obligations, in excess of $1billion annually, to suppliers, government agencies, business partners, employees and others. Ensures adherence to detailed corporate and legislative governance requirements in all aspects of processing, accounting and reporting of these obligations. Ensures provincial and federal taxes are accurately applied, in accordance with legislation. Accountable for compiling, publishing and acting as prime contact for the Crown Investment Corporation (CIC) Payee Disclosure Report on behalf of SaskTel Holdco and Subsidiary Companies. Accountable for the payment and reporting of Senior Management and Board of Directors expenses. Acts as Corporate Coordinator for the Corporate Credit Card program and represents Finance on Human Resources Committees related to employee benefits.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Accountable for processing and payment of the Corporation's financial obligations, in excess of $1 billion annually, to suppliers, government agencies, business partners, employees and others. Ensures payments are timely, accurate and properly reported in corporate financial records.
2. Ensures adherence to corporate and legislative governance requirements, including corporate Final Authorization Policy, System of Accounts, Policies and Procedures, Employee Expense Guidelines, CEO/CFO Certification, as well as provincial and federal tax legislation.
3. Establishes business processes that minimize the risk of financial loss and financial misstatement (CEO/CFO Certification).
4. Acts as key Business Process Control Owner for CEO/CFO Certification.
* Ensures financial controls are in place, throughout Accounts Payable and related processes, and monitors to ensure they are working and effectively meeting CEO/CFO Certification standards.
* Manages and approves/denies ongoing SAP user access and as well as emergency access.
* Certifies as to CEO/CFO Certification on a quarterly basis.
5. Ensures Provincial Sales Tax (PST) and Goods & Services Tax (GST) is accurately applied and self- assessed (as required), in accordance with legislation. Ensures GST input tax credits are recorded.
6. Accountable for compiling, publishing and acting as prime contact for the CIC Payee Disclosure Report (presented to Executive, tabled in the legislature), detailing Board/Executive compensation & expenses,
employee salaries, supplier payments, and other information for SaskTel Holdco and Subsidiaries.
7. Provides interpretation, coordinates changes and ensures adherence to the corporate Final Authorization Policy. Consults with the Director - Finance Operations in developing the policy.
8. Responsible for corporate Accounts Payable policies & procedures. Ensures policies are current and develops enhancements, coordinates changes and provides interpretation/rulings to ensure adherence.
9. Responsible for Corporate Employee Expense Guidelines - provides interpretation, coordinates changes and ensures adherence to the Guidelines. Consults with the Director - Finance Operations in developing the policy.
10. Ensures controls are in place to govern Employee Expense submissions and is responsible for the effective operation of these controls.
11. Maintains corporate records of Accounts Payable, including electronic storage and retrieval. Responds to internal and external queries regarding accounts payable.
12. Accountable for the payment and reporting (to Executive, Board of Directors, Deputy Minister) of Senior Management Expenses, CEO Out of Province Travel expenses and Board of Directors expenses. Ensures this reporting is in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards.
13. Responds to requests from the Executive and the Board of Directors regarding sensitive information such as freedom of Information requests, and Corporate Security, RCMP and others on highly sensitive internal/external investigations.
14. Issues payments to financial institutions for expenses incurred on Corporate Credit Cards, Purchasing Cards, Fleet Cards and the Enroute Travel Card Program. Acts as Corporate Coordinator for the Corporate Credit Card program.
15. Responsible for business/system analysis, preparing system requirements, project implementation support, testing and maintenance of applicable SAP modules and other systems.
16. Represents Finance on Human Resources Committees (Centennial RRSP, Flexible Spending Account).
17. Contributes to effective financial reporting through accurate issuance of accounting journals, set up/completion of monthly account reconciliations, and year-end financial reporting supporting schedules.
18. Coordinates the Accounts Payable functions related to Corporate Divestitures.
19. Consults with internal and external auditors and provides information as requested. Prepares responses to any audit findings/follow ups and implements solutions to remediate audit findings.
20. Responsible for representing Finance Operations on the CGI AMC Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Professional Accountant Designation or Bachelor's Degree (Admin/Commerce) with major in Finance/Accounting/General Business.
2. Ability to plan, co-ordinate, manage and direct others towards the accomplishment of team objectives.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with external agencies and with all levels of SaskTel management and employees.
4. Detailed knowledge of the corporate Final Authorization Policy.
5. Strong knowledge of financial control requirements for CEO/CFO Certification.
6. Strong knowledge of SaskTel's System of Accounts, Corporate Procedures and the Collective Agreement.
7. Strong knowledge of GST, HST and provincial sales tax regulations as related to Procurement/Accounts Payable.
8. Working knowledge of SAP, PC applications and understanding of mainframe computer concepts.
9. Solid comprehension of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles/International Financial Reporting Standards.
10. Strong knowledge of corporate Project governance procedures.

#LI-POST

This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.

At SaskTel, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and creativity, while advancing our efforts as Saskatchewan's leading Information and Communications Technology provider.

As one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers, we offer rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental plans, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, training & more! For more information on our benefits please click here: SaskTel's Benefits.

We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at [e-mail].

• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration
• Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration