Director, Compliance

Employment Type: Non-Perm Out-of-Scope
Ministry: 018 Finance
Salary Range: $9,515-$12,367 Monthly
Grade: MCP.09
Closing Date: March 31, 2026

About Us

The Ministry of Finance oversees taxation, revenue, and government spending. The Ministry supports the Treasury Board and Minister of Finance by providing financial and administrative services and leadership to government ministries, agencies, and the public.

The Revenue Division strives to be leaders in revenue administration and is committed to our clients by delivering exceptional client service and ensuring fair, efficient policies and practices that promote a level playing field for individuals and businesses operating in Saskatchewan. The Division administers and enforces consumption taxes including Provincial Sales Tax, Tobacco Tax, Fuel Tax, Vapour Products Tax, Liquor Consumption Tax, and others.

The Opportunity

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking leader who can advance a modern compliance program that protects the integrity of Saskatchewan's tax system? The Ministry of Finance is seeking a Director of Compliance who will report to the Executive Director of the Client Services and Compliance (CSC) Branch.

As the Director of Compliance, you will:

• Set the vision, strategy, and operational plan for the Compliance area, including strategies that promote voluntary compliance and fair, consistent tax administration across all tax types.
• Champion cross-branch collaboration to deliver the Compliance Plan by working across the organization, while ensuring the Compliance unit maintains the flexibility to rapidly identify, assess, and respond to emerging areas of risk across all tax types.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Compliance teams, ensuring alignment with regulations and adherence to the Taxpayer Service Commitments and Standards Code.
• Direct business and industry risk assessment and monitor trends affecting compliance (e.g., underground economy, e-commerce, sector shifts, business model changes).
• Drive modernization and continuous improvement by strengthening risk-based approaches, enhancing process consistency, and leveraging technology to improve overall client service.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policy and processes for all tax types, ensuring practices reflect auditing and accounting standards, emerging risks, and government direction.
• Developing a service-oriented culture where high levels of customer service are the norm.

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced professional who has:

• Strong leadership capabilities to guide technical compliance teams in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Demonstrated ability to create a culture grounded in trust, equity, professionalism, and psychological safety
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholder groups
• Strong analytical and strategic abilities to assess risk, make informed decisions, and prioritize effectively
• Proven experience leading complex compliance or audit operations
• A track record of developing innovative approaches to program delivery and compliance oversight
• Ability to foster a consistent, fair, and client-focused approach to compliance across the business community
• Ability to implement innovative approaches to problem-solving and program development
• Ability to foster a client-centered approach throughout the team by aligning objectives to ensure delivery of quality client services to citizens
• Expertise in government financial policies and tax administration practices

Qualifications:

• Formal education in business administration and accounting, commerce, or a related field, combined with progressively responsible experience in compliance, audit, or regulatory program leadership.
• Experience in tax administration, government compliance programs, or policy development is a significant asset.
• Proficiency with common office software and the ability to learn and work effectively with specialized tax and records management systems.
• Successful completion of the CPA professional accounting designation would be an asset, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

What We Offer

The Saskatchewan public service offers an attractive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and a pension plan.

Diversity Groups: Aboriginal persons
Hours of Work: Monthly Out of Scope
Criminal Record Check Requirement: The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check, including a vulnerable sector query, as a condition of employment.