Finance jobs in Canada

Job ID: 3055
Openings: 1
Jurisdiction: Out of Scope
Division: Financial Strategy & Sustainability
Department: Finance
Branch: Public Accounting & Reporting
Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA
Type of Posting: Internal & External
Employment Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: $91,060.00 - $121,412.00
Date Posted: September 10, 2025
Closing Date: October 2, 2025

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.

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 with disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply.

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The Financial Business Partner (Public Accounting & Reporting) works in an advisory capacity to senior management and is responsible for specific department and branch portfolios to provide strategic support in budget development, accounting, collective bargaining proposal costing and financial management information services to support the operations of all divisions and work groups in the corporation. This position is also responsible for developing and managing financial modelling and consistent financial management reporting, including variance and capital carry forward processes for client departments. Financial Business Partner will lead work units that are the interface for budget and accounting services between operating departments and corporate financial and budget systems and processes. This includes the provision of budget and accounting support, including entries into the corporate financial systems and organizing and communicating financial and statistical information, reporting and financial analysis to staff of client departments. This role provides senior financial advisory support to client Directors and Executive Directors related to regular and strategic financial management to support partner departmental and divisional goals and objectives. This position plays a key role in providing strategic financial leadership and operational support within the City’s Public Accounting and Reporting Branch. Responsibilities include general ledger and accounts payable management, audit and compliance with Public Sector Accounting Board Standards/legislation/organizational policy, annual reporting, and public accounting.

• Provide financial analysis, planning, guidance, and advice on policies, procedures, taxation, and controls.
• Support business planning by analyzing service change opportunities, staffing impacts, and recommending sustainable solutions aligned with short- and long-range plans.
• Manage capital accounting, monitoring, and development of operating/capital budget cases using research, best practices, and economic outlooks.
• Conduct financial modeling and analysis to recommend performance improvements, develop strategy, and manage reserves in line with the Long-Range Financial Plan.
• Cost proposals to support collective bargaining.
• Establish and implement consistent, centralized cost accounting methodology.
• Prepare regular/ad hoc financial management reports and analysis for client needs.
• Develop, recommend, and implement accounting and budget policies/procedures.
• Monitor and maintain agreements with external agencies, ensuring compliance with funding criteria.
• Build trusted partnerships with operating areas, challenging assumptions and supporting fiscal responsibility.
• Act as a conduit between client portfolios and Financial Services to align operational and organizational goals.
• Support clients in managing business needs while meeting corporate financial requirements.
• Develop and maintain financial models to guide decision-making and ensure sustainability.
• Conduct research, analysis, and recommendations through special studies/assignments.
• Resolve accounting and budget system issues with clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships of trust internally and externally.

• City\'s accounting and budgeting processes, financial systems, and corporate/departmental policies.
• Public-Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and municipal accounting principles.
• Departmental operations, financial modeling, costing, and reserve management.
• Data management, security, and information systems related to financial services.
• Ability to balance internal/external reporting needs and assess best courses of action.
• Understanding of interrelationships across processes and departments in delivering budgeting and financial services.
• Communicate effectively with tact and influence; facilitate groups, deliver presentations, and provide training.
• Build strong relationships with staff, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Analyze and resolve complex financial and budget issues, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategy.
• Ensure accurate reporting, reconciliations, modeling, and cost accounting to support performance and sustainability.
• Lead and develop teams, providing guidance, workforce planning, and fostering service excellence.

Please visit this link for detailed Job description: https://openregina.ca/dataset/fbb06320-8883-4dba-9054-6e2df179b6d6/resource/dd3b26c3-13bf-476a-a331-681c58b5b06b/download/financial-business-partner-2019.pdf

• 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. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

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