Senior Accounting Officer - Finance

Senior Accounting Officer Regina Campus Term Position

The Senior Accounting Officer will work closely with the Comptroller and Director of Finance on the monthly reporting obligations of the institution.  The Senior Accounting Officer will be responsible for daily cash management, complex journal entries, account analysis and reconciliations.  The Senior Accounting Officer will work in coordination with the Comptroller and Director of Finance to ensure that systems, policies, and procedures are working in an efficient and effective manner.

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.

The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution.

FNUniv’s values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality.

Duties and Responsibilities: For the Indigenous Centre for Continuing Education, Daycare, Community Based Programs and Internal Projects:

Prepares complex or specialized accounting schedules, statements or financial reports and forecasts for Management/Department Head or outside funding agencies. Identifying informational needs of management and funding agencies, in coordination with the Comptroller and/or Director of Finance to make recommendations where necessary to revise account structures or data accordingly. Prepares complex journal entries, maintains ledgers, prepares detailed accounting information, and reconciles and analyses reports and ledgers. Review reports for errors inconsistencies; investigates and corrects problems. Responsible for ensuring proper account coding Analyses resolves and answers complex or difficult problems presented by accounting staff and University staff Develop and maintains systems to ensure compliance with specified funding agreements and contracts.

Treasury and Banking:

Daily cash management review and analysis Administrative matters related to treasury management Bank reconciliations

General Operations:

Variance Report preparation and ad hoc support to Comptroller and Director of Finance. Review reports for errors inconsistencies; investigates and corrects problems. Oversee the administration of service contracts Assists in preparation of financial and operating reports

Education and Experience:

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Commerce or related Business field and/or Business Administration Diploma. Three years of experience in a similar role CPA designation or working towards writing the CFE exam considered an asset Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ERP software

Technical Skills

Sound understanding of ASNPO standards. Proficiency in multi-tasking and attention to detail Excellent time management Dedication to accuracy Strong communication skills to explain ideas and concepts to diverse group of colleagues and other stakeholders

Salary: APT Pay Grade 6: $71,999 - $96,986

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.

Closing Date: June 29, 2026

We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position.  However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.