Accounting Officer – Accounts Payable

Finance Department

Part Time Term position

Regina Campus

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.

Reporting to the Comptroller, this position performs a variety of accounting functions and requires working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, financial computer software and First Nations government and its institutions.

Duties:

• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality with respect to all information obtained in the performance of duties
• Payment to suppliers and employees
• Ensuring purchase orders and invoices are matched up and properly approved prior to payment
• Maintenance of the filling system for the accounts payable area
• Ensuring travel and miscellaneous claims are correctly completed and properly approved prior to payment
• Preparing and processing all entries related to general payables
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have a Business Administration Certificate with an Accounting focus or an Accounting Certificate with six to nine months experience in an accounts payable position. A combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
• Demonstrated ability to meet regular deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and related software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook).
• Ability to speak a First Nations language would be an asset

Salary Range: APT Pay Grade 2 ($29.81/hr - $40.01/hr)

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

Closing Date: November 4, 2025

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. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position. Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.

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.