Finance Department

Regina Campus

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for establishing, leading and managing the overall framework and day-to-day activities for the provision of a range of financial management and accountability services that are aligned to the University’s strategic goals and objectives. Within this context, the Comptroller:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the university’s finance department including receivables and payables processes
• Provides support to the Chief Financial Officer in carrying out the University’s strategic objectives and other key operation, including budgeting and variance analysis

The Organization

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:
Ensures the University’s financial activities and processes are administered in compliance with the Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNFPO), Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE), external audit requirements, and other regulatory requirements.

• Provides advice and recommendations to staff, management and external stakeholders on matters related to

financial administration, disclosure, accountability and solutions.

• Responsible for overseeing and maintaining systems with internal controls including the appropriate division of duties as they relate to day-to-day, monthly and annual financial transactions and processes in compliance with ASNFPO, ASPE, external audit requirements, and other regulatory requirements.
• Contributes to the design and maintenance of the financial and accounting functions for the University to ensure effectiveness and efficiencies.
• Prepares financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs regular review and reconciliations of asset and liability accounts.
• Oversees and directs the invoicing for Community Based Programs, Leasing, Center for Continuing Education and other University Functions as required.
• Responsible for preparing and reviewing working papers, journal entries, vendor payments and ad hoc reports.
• Responsible for preparing and reviewing year-end working papers and financial statements.
• Responds to inquiries from the external auditor with respect to the University’s financial operations.
• Reviews and validates financial and control activities of the payroll department and provides ongoing support.
• payroll data entry into the payroll system.
• Commits pay runs for final processing.
• Reviews and/or prepares T4 and T4A preparation and all payroll year end requirements.
• Reviews benefits and pension reports to ensure all employee transactions have been entered.
• Leads payroll system configuration changes and testing.
• System administrator for the finance ERP and CPM systems
• Leads ERP and CPM system configuration changes and testing
• Monitors assigned employee authorizations and roles for the University’s financial management system to ensure the appropriate segregation of duties to minimize the potential for fraud or inappropriate access to systems functionality.
• Reviews and maintains all service contracts
• Co-chairs the University’s inter-departmental working group for contracts, payroll and finance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Commerce with a major in Accounting.
• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or equivalent designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience of progressive experience in finance focused role (management experienced preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and abilities

• In-depth knowledge of the Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO) and Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE);
• In-depth knowledge budgetary processes;
• Knowledge of excise tax act (GST) implications for public institutions;
• Knowledge of financial administration principles and procedures;
• Knowledge of database and project management skills;
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to prepare annual financial statements, and manage the external audit process;
• Ability to identify, examine, explore and evaluate problems, issues and project needs to generate appropriate options and recommendations;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and staff throughout the University, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize a large volume of tasks and projects taking into consideration frequent interruptions and conflicting and changing priorities to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to apply sound judgment to sensitive issues that may not have clear answers while handling confidential information;
• Good working knowledge of the uniqueness of The University and its relationship with First Nations communities and the University of Regina;
• Understanding and appreciation of First Nation values, norms, and traditions.

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

Closing Date: May 15, 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. 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.