Supervisor, Business Accounting Support

Federated Co-operatives Limited; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent co-operative organization in Saskatoon is seeking a Supervisor, Business Accounting Support to lead a team, enhance accounting processes, and ensure exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting and relevant experience in leadership and finance. This hybrid role offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience considered an asset.
• 2+ years of experience in process improvement and system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of accounting professionals.
• Provide expert guidance on complex patronage processes.
• Drive process improvements and optimize accounting procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Process improvement

Client service

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

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Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Supervisor, Business Accounting Support, on a permanent basis on our Local Co-op Financial Services and Systems team.

This hybrid position is based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Are you a collaborative leader with a passion for process improvement and delivering exceptional client service? Join our Local Co-op Financial Services and Systems team, where you’ll guide a dedicated group of professionals supporting local Co-ops across the CRS with vital accounting operations and strategic financial insights.

What you’ll do :

1. Lead and support a team of in-scope accounting professionals responsible for EFT, Accounts Receivable support, and Patronage & Equity services for local Co-ops.
2. Provide expert guidance on complex patronage and equity processes, tax remittances, T4A / T5 issuance, and amalgamation support while acting as a key point of contact for local Co-ops and government agencies.
3. Drive process improvements by reviewing and optimizing accounting procedures, identifying opportunities for efficiencies, and supporting new service offerings.
4. Support system implementation by maintaining knowledge of both mainframe and JDE systems and assisting with the transition at the local Co-op level.
5. Manage and develop team members through coaching, performance management, and workforce planning to ensure high-quality service delivery and meet organizational goals.

Who you’ll work with :

You will lead a team of five direct reports, including Accounting Technicians and Data Entry Clerks, while also providing guidance to the broader Retail Accounting team and local Co-ops across the CRS. You will work closely with local Co-op Controllers and administration staff, offering expertise on patronage, allocations, and accounting processes, and will report into the Senior Manager, Retail Accounting.

This team values accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This team is committed to fostering a culture that emphasizes strong client relationships, encourages professional development, and supports a dynamic, purpose-driven work environment.

Why it matters :

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management, and business development.

Who you are :

You are looking for a career in Finance and :

• Have a bachelor’s degree, majoring in accounting.
• Have 3–6 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance, with a combination of education and experience that demonstrates readiness to lead others. Prior supervisory or team leadership experience is an asset.
• 2+ years of experience in process improvement, system implementation/upgrades, and data analysis.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) is considered an asset.

What we offer :

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please submit your requests via [e-mail]. All information will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, apply by August 5, 2025.

We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for further steps will be contacted.

As this position is considered a position of trust, a criminal record check may be required.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion, working to create a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work.