Chief Financial Officer based out of Moose Jaw

Position: Chief Financial Officer
Date Posted: February 2 2026
Closing Date: March 13 2026
Location: Moose Jaw
Position Type: Permanent
Start Date: August 4 2026
FTE: 1.0
Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Job Summary: As part of the Central Administrative Council and the senior leadership team the Superintendent of Business/CFO provides leadership guidance and strategic direction across all areas related to the school divisions financial and business operations .

Primary Responsibilities:

• Establish objectives for the school divisions business operations aligned with the divisions strategic plan and priorities.
• Oversee the school divisions business operations including the Facilities and Transportation departments.
• Leads prepares and reviews the school divisions annual operating and capital budgets.
• Monitor and report on budget performance throughout the year for senior management the board and the ministry.
• Ensure appropriate budget and accounting controls are in place.
• Direct the preparation of school division and school-based year-end financial reports to facilitate the audit and to meet the requirements of the Ministry of Education.
• Acts as the signing and chief budget officer of the school division.
• Plans organizes directs controls and evaluates the operations of the business department.
• Plan and manage the school divisions cash flow.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with other entities.
• Ensure board meeting minutes are recorded and handle all matters pertaining to the school divisions Business areas.
• Supervise all matters related to the acquisition or disposal of real and personal property owned by the school division.
• Implement and maintain policies procedures and guidelines pertaining to the business Function.
• Administer and supervise the school divisions insurance and inventory control programs records management land titles and trust funds.
• Advise on corporate governance and regulatory compliance procedures for the business departments responsibilities.
• Perform other duties required or assigned by the Director of Education.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Function as a highly effective Central Administrative Council team member.
• Demonstrate high emotional intelligence.
• Possess the ability to collaborate with others.
• Has advanced knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and functions.
• Has the ability to collect compile summarize and analyze large amounts of data.
• Possesses the ability to communicate effectively with all staff and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to prioritize multiple demands effectively manage time and complete large volumes of work.
• Understands competitive bidding legal legislative and trade agreement requirements.
• Ability to handle confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

Education & Qualifications:

• A Professional Accounting Designation or a Masters Degree in Business Administration Finance or other related discipline is required.

• Five (5) years of related experience is considered an asset.

• Experience with corporate financial software and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) are considered assets.

• Familiarity with public education and public finance is considered an asset.

Wage & Benefits: Prairie South School Division offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.