Consultant, Disbursement Accounting

JOB SUMMARY:

The Consultant is accountable to provide leadership and strategic consultation and support to a broad range of multiple functional areas. As a member of SaskPower’s management team, this position is responsible to research, develop, recommend and implement strategic and operational programs, policies and procedures regarding SaskPower’s organizational structure, operations and managerial methods; ensuring alignment with both departmental and corporate goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Analyze, manage and direct accounts payable, payment, employee expense and procurement card transactions
• Maintain an effective relationship with SaskPower’s vendors
• Assist with the administration and maintenance of the Accounts Payable software systems
• Provide accounting expertise and advice to corporate staff, coordinate activities with other business unit financial groups within the Corporation.
• Review, recommend and oversee internal control processes for financial systems (SAP).
• Plan and coordinate activities and processes to ensure timely processing of financial transactions and reporting.
• Provide accounting assistance to other departments and business units.
• Participate in cross-functional ad hoc committees and projects.
• Provide direction and support to staff in the Disbursement Accounting area.
• Perform other related and assigned duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• 
  Degree in Business Administration, Commerce or other related equivalent AND/OR;
• Professional Accounting Designation AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related financial experience
• Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and manage in a changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision making skills
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered