Financial Business Partner (Oracle EBS Specialist) - Term

City of Regina; Regina; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Regina invites applications for a Financial Business Partner role within the Financial Strategy & Sustainability division. This position provides strategic financial advisory services, supports budgeting and financial planning, and acts as a liaison across operating departments and corporate financial systems.

Responsibilities include developing models, preparing management reports, and guiding capital/accounting activities while ensuring municipal accounting standards compliance and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of municipal accounting principles, budgeting processes, and PSAB standards.
• Experience with computerized financial systems, financial reporting, and financial modelling.
• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures, cost accounting methodologies, and data management practices.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and develop strategic recommendations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex financial information and build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills in financial management environments.
• Experience leading teams, providing guidance, and supporting staff development.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice and analysis to support departmental planning, budgeting, and operational decision-making.
• Support development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets, including business case development and capital accounting oversight.
• Develop financial models and conduct in-depth financial analysis to improve financial performance and support long-term financial planning.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc financial management reports, including variance analysis and capital carry-forward reporting.
• Participate in business planning with operating areas to evaluate service changes, financial impacts, and resource requirements.
• Provide financial support for collective bargaining by costing proposals for the City’s Management Bargaining Committee.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and cost accounting methodologies to ensure consistent financial practices across the organization.
• Monitor agreements with external agencies and ensure compliance with funding requirements and reporting obligations.
• Manage public accounting and reporting functions including vendor management, bank reconciliations, donation tax slips, and gift certificate or promotional card programs.
• Build strong working relationships with departmental stakeholders and act as a trusted financial advisor to Directors and Executive Directors.
• Lead and supervise work units providing budget and accounting services to operating departments.
• Participate in research, special projects, and organizational initiatives related to financial systems and processes.

Skills

Municipal accounting

Budgeting processes

PSAB standards

Financial modelling

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Data management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

Computerized financial systems

Budgeting software

Financial reporting software

Job description

Job ID: 3696

Openings: 1

Jurisdiction: Out of Scope

Division: Financial Strategy & Sustainability

Department: Finance

Branch: Financial System Management & Operations

Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Type of Posting: Internal & External

Employment Type: Term up to 1 year

Annual Salary: $93,337.00 - $124,447.00

Date Posted: September 10, 2026

Closing Date: September 27, 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 team and we'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

The Financial Business Partner (Financial Systems Management & Operations) provides strategic financial advisory services to senior leadership and assigned departmental portfolios. The role supports budget development, financial planning, accounting processes, and financial management reporting to ensure effective decision-making and long-term financial sustainability. The position acts as a key liaison between operating departments and corporate financial systems, delivering financial analysis, modelling, and operational support while ensuring compliance with municipal accounting standards and legislative requirements. The role also leads work units responsible for budget and accounting services and supports strategic initiatives, financial reporting, and stakeholder collaboration across the organization.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial advice and analysis to support departmental planning, budgeting, and operational decision-making.
• Support the development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets, including business case development and capital accounting oversight.
• Develop financial models and conduct in-depth financial analysis to improve financial performance and support long-term financial planning.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc financial management reports, including variance analysis and capital carry-forward reporting.
• Participate in business planning with operating areas to evaluate service changes, financial impacts, and resource requirements.
• Provide financial support for collective bargaining by costing proposals for the City’s Management Bargaining Committee.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and cost accounting methodologies to ensure consistent financial practices across the organization.
• Monitor agreements with external agencies and ensure compliance with funding requirements and reporting obligations.
• Manage public accounting and reporting functions including vendor management, bank reconciliations, donation tax slips, and gift certificate or promotional card programs.
• Build strong working relationships with departmental stakeholders and act as a trusted financial advisor to Directors and Executive Directors.
• Lead and supervise work units providing budget and accounting services to operating departments.
• Participate in research, special projects, and organizational initiatives related to financial systems and processes.

Key Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of municipal accounting principles, budgeting processes, and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards.
• Experience with computerized financial systems, financial reporting, and financial modelling.
• Knowledge of financial policies, procedures, cost accounting methodologies, and data management practices.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and develop strategic recommendations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex financial information and build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills in financial management environments.
• Experience leading teams, providing guidance, and supporting staff development.

Additional Requirements

• 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.

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