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Job order - J0118-0816 - Full-time
Title Senior Accounting Officer
Category Finance & Administration
City Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Job Description Senior Accounting Officer

Sharing Success... through the provision of superior gaming operations services. With gross revenues in excess of 240 million dollars annually, SIGA is Saskatchewan's largest and most successful employer of First Nations people. SIGA is currently looking for creative, motivated, passionate, and energetic individuals to join our team.


Education
Professional accounting designation preferred, or close to completion, or equivalent education and work experience.

Experience
Must have 1-3 years experience with full cycle accounting and bookkeeping in a multi-entity and multi-currency environment.
Experience with Slot accounting.
Experience with GST, WCB and other government remittance.
Experience with auditing; month and year end reports.
Experience with monitoring and reconciling multi accounts; and manage all aspects of compliance reports.
Experience in coaching junior staff and regional site Finance Team as required.


Knowledge
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories (GAAP and/or IFRS), with strong understanding of general accounting duties. Proficient in the use of JD Edwards (or similar enterprise accounting system). knowledge of Casino Management system is an asset. Working knowledge of MS Excel, and Excel functions such as formulas and macros.
Knowledge of SIGA's guiding principles, structure, and First Nations culture.


Skills and Abilities
Ability to research, recommend, and effectively implement operational changes.
Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, in both written and verbal form.
Ability to consistently provide friendly, timely, and accurate client service.
Ability to exercise judgement regarding day-to-day priorities and situations.
Ability to work independently, be reliable, and take personal responsibility for tasks and deadlines.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with other departments and units.
Ability to use personal commitment and positive attitude to motivate and guide others to achieve goals.
Ability to effectively supervise others to ensure accuracy and quality of work.


Personal Suitability
All SIGA employees must embrace cultural diversity and mutual respect in the workplace.


Condition of Employment
Must consent to a background check in order to qualify for a Gaming License.
Must obtain and maintain a gaming employee Certificate of Registration from the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA).
Must be 19 years of age or older.



Other Information
Standard office environment
Irregular hours including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
Freedom of movement
Sitting (2hrs at a time)
Keyboarding/Coordination of fine motor skills



Main Duties
Reporting to the Director of Accounting Services, This position focuses on risk mitigation and accountability, by assisting the Controller and Director of Accounting Services to perform slot accounting as well as prepare for month end (recording all financial transactions) in order to produce monthly financial statements. Responsibilities include: Leading monthly site reconciliations with focus on accurate record of SIGA revenues, including slot-generated revenue, and other areas as required. Monitoring and reviewing activities to ensure the integrity of internal controls. Maintaining all related electronic and paper files and record systems. Assist the Director of Accounting Services with staffing activities.

As a First Nations owned and operated organization, we take great pride in being a leader in employing First Nations people and the positive impacts generated by the employment opportunities SIGA has to offer. We are looking for qualified, motivated and committed individuals who want to work toward the betterment of First Nations people. SIGA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.


Skills
  • Accountability
  • Adaptable to Change
  • Change Implementation
  • Corporate Relations
  • Data Entry
  • Detail Oriented
  • Making decisions with Organization-wide Impact
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Network Security
  • Results Orientation
  • Teamplayer

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