Financial Admin Business Systems Analyst (Term - PAR)

Position Summary

The City of Regina is seeking two (2) skilled Financial Administration Business Systems Analysts to join our Finance Department in two different term positions (each for approximately 24 months):

1. Financial Systems Analyst – Oracle Focus

In this role, you will be part of the Finance team, primarily responsible for maintaining and supporting the City’s Oracle financial system. You will work closely with Financial Services to streamline daily financial processes and procedures, and support strategic financial outcomes across the organization. This is a key position for ensuring the ongoing effectiveness and improvement of core financial operations.

2. Accounting-Focused Business Systems Analyst

We are also looking for a motivated, accountant-minded candidate to provide accounting and technical support for various systems, business processes, and interfaces. This role supports the City’s purchasing, financial services, and corporate accounting operations. You will assess client needs, document system and business requirements, and help develop and implement effective software and business solutions. Responsibilities will vary depending on the business area, offering a dynamic and impactful opportunity within the organization.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Support:

• Provide technical expertise in the effective use of various systems, business processes, and interfaces to support Finance operations.
• Troubleshoot, modify, improve, and maintain system performance.
• Assist staff with formal/informal training, consulting services, report writing, and project support.

Documentation and Knowledge Maintenance:

• Develop and maintain departmental standards and procedures for system operations, including business processes and internal controls.
• Stay updated on technological advancements related to application development, financial systems, and reporting tools.
• Implement best practices to identify and apply business efficiencies.
   

Reporting and Analysis:

• Identify management reporting needs and create complex reports, particularly those requiring data from multiple systems.
• Develop project plans, monitor progress, and report on project status as needed.
• Define requirements for systems, business processes, and interfaces, and develop PC-based applications as required.

System Management and Liaison:

• Identify implications of major system upgrades and implement necessary modifications to financial systems, business processes, and interfaces.
• Act as a liaison with the Information Technology Services Department and other departments, participating in special projects, studies, and upgrades.
• Ensure technology solutions match business requirements by identifying current and future state business processes.

Key Qualifications

• Typically, the knowledge, skill and abilities required are obtained through a University degree in an accounting related field coupled with experience/education in computer science. In addition, three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in computerized financial systems and/or accounting and business processes including at least two (2) years experience in a senior role. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and/or experience related to the specific area to which the position reports (such as Finance, Accounting, Land Development or Purchasing).
• Thorough knowledge of computerized financial and operating systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly in public sector accounting standards perspective.
• Expertise in systems analysis, design, and installation, including knowledge specific to computer programming or Tangible Capital Asset (TCA) reporting.
• Familiarity with organizational, management, and administrative principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to apply logical thinking to define problems, analyze data, document findings, and make effective recommendations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team environment, demonstrating sound judgment and initiative.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, demonstrating tact and diplomacy to establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Capability to manage priorities, meet user expectations, and adhere to deadlines.
• Comprehensive understanding of the corporations financial business processes, policies, and procedures relevant to the defined business area.