Forestry Accounting Specialist
About the role
Forestry Accounting Specialist - FIN006364
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-North Central-Prince Albert
Ministry**:** 026 Environment
Salary Range**:** $45.343 - $56.823 Hourly
Salary Supplement**:** included in hourly salary range (in-scope)
Grade**:** SGEU.12.
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Forest Service Branch as the Forestry Accounting Specialist, located in Prince Albert. Please note: This competition was previously posted as Competition ENV002582. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
As the Forestry Accounting Specialist, you will be the team lead, subject matter expert and:
- Responsible to receive, monitor and process financial data received from forestry companies. This information is used to verify payment compliance and perform year-end reconciliation of forestry company remittances of dues and fees on timber harvested during the year with the volume of forest products harvested.
- Responsible for compliance monitoring of payment obligations for sample-scale companies.
- Provincial Dues calculation and distribution - responsible to calculate and distribute the quarterly timber dues accurately and on time. Calculate as set out in the Forest Resources Management Regulation, the quarterly Saskatchewan Timber Dues rates based on quarterly commodity prices and Bank of Canada exchange rates.
- Trust Funds: Responsible for the review, reconciling to bank statements, and compliance monitoring of deposits and expenditures.
- Responsible for completing revenue reconciliations for sample scale companies.
- Provide direct staff supervision, assign work, and manage staff.
- Understand the legislative framework for forestry financial obligations in Saskatchewan, including the Forest Resources Management Act and Regulations, Financial Administration Manual, standards, policy, forestry directives and related legislation and related policies.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Knowledge of Business accounting and auditing practices, principles and theories (e.g. accounts reconciliation, generation of billings, statistical analysis sampling for audits, financial information database management), computerized financial management programs in order to perform calculations, and analyze and interpret statistical data while conducting financial compliance monitoring.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for summarizing analysis, preparing correspondence, and preparing reports.
- Excellent research and analytical skills for identifying and communicating financial non-compliances and for preparing forestry revenue accruals.
- An excellent understanding of word processing and spreadsheet applications for preparing correspondence and summarizing information.
- Knowledge of financial management systems such as MIDAS or FMS.
- Experience working in the natural resource industry is an asset.
Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position can be achieved through the completion of a degree or 2-year diploma in accounting and five plus years of experience working within this industry and/or government in an accounting position.
The successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for registration as a Chartered Professional Accountant or Certified General Accountant.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work**:** B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
Number of Openings**:** 1
Closing Date: Jul 19, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
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When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations.
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Forestry Accounting Specialist
About the role
Forestry Accounting Specialist - FIN006364
Employment Type**:** Permanent Full-time
Location(s)****: SK-North Central-Prince Albert
Ministry**:** 026 Environment
Salary Range**:** $45.343 - $56.823 Hourly
Salary Supplement**:** included in hourly salary range (in-scope)
Grade**:** SGEU.12.
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Forest Service Branch as the Forestry Accounting Specialist, located in Prince Albert. Please note: This competition was previously posted as Competition ENV002582. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
As the Forestry Accounting Specialist, you will be the team lead, subject matter expert and:
- Responsible to receive, monitor and process financial data received from forestry companies. This information is used to verify payment compliance and perform year-end reconciliation of forestry company remittances of dues and fees on timber harvested during the year with the volume of forest products harvested.
- Responsible for compliance monitoring of payment obligations for sample-scale companies.
- Provincial Dues calculation and distribution - responsible to calculate and distribute the quarterly timber dues accurately and on time. Calculate as set out in the Forest Resources Management Regulation, the quarterly Saskatchewan Timber Dues rates based on quarterly commodity prices and Bank of Canada exchange rates.
- Trust Funds: Responsible for the review, reconciling to bank statements, and compliance monitoring of deposits and expenditures.
- Responsible for completing revenue reconciliations for sample scale companies.
- Provide direct staff supervision, assign work, and manage staff.
- Understand the legislative framework for forestry financial obligations in Saskatchewan, including the Forest Resources Management Act and Regulations, Financial Administration Manual, standards, policy, forestry directives and related legislation and related policies.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Knowledge of Business accounting and auditing practices, principles and theories (e.g. accounts reconciliation, generation of billings, statistical analysis sampling for audits, financial information database management), computerized financial management programs in order to perform calculations, and analyze and interpret statistical data while conducting financial compliance monitoring.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for summarizing analysis, preparing correspondence, and preparing reports.
- Excellent research and analytical skills for identifying and communicating financial non-compliances and for preparing forestry revenue accruals.
- An excellent understanding of word processing and spreadsheet applications for preparing correspondence and summarizing information.
- Knowledge of financial management systems such as MIDAS or FMS.
- Experience working in the natural resource industry is an asset.
Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position can be achieved through the completion of a degree or 2-year diploma in accounting and five plus years of experience working within this industry and/or government in an accounting position.
The successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for registration as a Chartered Professional Accountant or Certified General Accountant.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work**:** B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
Number of Openings**:** 1
Closing Date: Jul 19, 2025, 12:59:00 AM
About Government of Saskatchewan
Welcome to the Government of Saskatchewan’s LinkedIn Page!
This page has information about our current career opportunities, who our teams are, and why we are the choice for your next career adventure.
When you join the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service, you’ll be part of a community that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration. We are one of the largest employers in Saskatchewan, offering diverse and fulfilling opportunities that enable you to make a difference in our province and in the lives of our residents. With approximately 12,000 employees in locations throughout the province, we are committed to building a stronger Saskatchewan for current and future generations.
Visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/careers page to explore more ways of connecting with us.