Director, Business Transformation

About Us

The Ministry of Social Services helps Saskatchewan's most vulnerable people. Our goal is to provide support and services to help strengthen our most valuable resource - the citizens of Saskatchewan. Our mission is to provide hope for the future and help people in need to achieve a better quality of life.

The Finance and Corporate Services Division in the ministry is seeking an individual with superior problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills for the unique position of Director of Business Transformation for a two-year term position. This position could potentially work from any location in Saskatchewan.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Executive Director of Finance, the Director of Business Transformation is responsible for defining and leading a strategic vision for the Ministry of Social Services financial and reporting systems. The Director leads financial system innovation by developing and implementing strategies and policies to support the ministry’s service-delivery priorities.

The Director provides expert advice to senior leadership, ministry working groups and vendors regarding public sector accounting principles, financial controls, and business risk management. They lead a team of professionals through project development, testing, and implementation to ensure all financial systems and processes meet the requirements of The Financial Administration Act and Government of Saskatchewan financial policies.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• Possess extensive experience in the areas of financial management, financial accountability frameworks, business risk management, and policy development;
• Be motivated and results-focused to promote big-picture thinking and collaboration across the ministry and government;
• Possess proven negotiation skills, with excellent problem identification and critical thinking skills;
• Foster a culture of continuous organizational improvement;
• Demonstrate consensus-building and team-building skills to mentor and develop staff to a high level of accountability; and,
• Clearly and concisely communicate information, either written or orally, with a high degree of professionalism.

Typically, the knowledge required for this position would be obtained through a professional accounting designation and supplemented with public sector financial management experience. However, a combination of experience and education will be considered. The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in financial systems and processes and be a recognized team leader.

What We Offer

• Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals;
• A competitive salary;
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension;
• Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave;
• Inclusive work environments;
• Advancement opportunities; and
• Flexible work arrangements.

Compensation commensurate with skills and experience.