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Scott J Gregor

Saskatoon,Canada

Summary

Finance leader with 25 years of experience, including 18 years in municipal accounting and financial management for City of Saskatoon. Expertise in PSAB-compliant reporting, budgeting, and capital planning within non-profit sectors. Proven track record in enhancing financial operations, team supervision, and strategic policy development. Recognized for effective communication with leadership to drive customer growth and operational success.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Finance & Administrative Services

Saskatoon Public Library
12.2018 - 05.2025
  • Directed end-to-end implementation of SAP ERP system, enhancing cross-departmental data integration and efficiency.
  • Developed financial policies and strengthened internal controls to ensure compliance across departments.
  • Created a 10-year capital investment plan aligned with organizational goals and infrastructure priorities.
  • Established a support team for timesheets and payroll inquiries, improving employee assistance.
  • Contributed to executive leadership team in strategic planning, operational policy, and fiscal oversight.
  • Produced monthly financial reports and ad-hoc analyses for CEO, Board of Trustees, and City of Saskatoon.
  • Prepared annual financial statements according to PSAB standards, ensuring transparency and compliance.
  • Oversaw daily finance operations, ensuring adherence to internal policies and audit standards.

Accounting Coordinator

Saskatoon Police Services & City of Saskatoon
01.2006 - 11.2018
  • Achieved $1.0M savings by purchasing patrol plane instead of leasing.
  • Implemented zero-based budgeting for $125M operating budget.
  • Redesigned 10-year Capital Plan to prioritize replacement of aging equipment.
  • Developed processes for tracking government grant agreements, increasing reporting accuracy and grant opportunities.
  • Led preparation of operating and capital budgets with focus on expenditure analysis.
  • Interpreted monthly financials, disseminating results to finance director and department managers.
  • Oversaw accounting operations to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed union contracts to analyze financial impacts, supporting labor relations initiatives.

Production Control Manager

Maple Leaf Foods
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Developed and maintained production management reports to track KPIs and performance metrics.
  • Analyzed historical and real-time data to optimize pricing strategies, maximizing revenue across multiple product lines.
  • Implemented activity-based costing models to enhance accuracy in overhead allocation across departments.
  • Collaborated with production and purchasing teams to manage BOMs and control material usage variances.
  • Led cross-functional teams in resolving production issues, streamlining operations for improved efficiency.
  • Conducted regular audits to identify opportunities for process efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout all phases of production processes.
  • Presented justifications for capital equipment investments to support machine and technology upgrades.

Corporate Cost Accountant

Morris Industries Ltd.
<ul> <li>Implemented activity-based costing (ABC) models to improve overhead allocation accuracy across departments.</li> <li>Collaborated with production and purchasing teams to manage BOMs (Bill of Materials) and control material usage variances.</li> <li>Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize production cost efficiency.</li> <li>Maintained the cost accounting system by recording, classifying, allocating, summarizing and evaluating cost data.</li> <li>Calculated overhead rates used for job costing purposes using predetermined methods such as direct labor hours or machine hours.</li> <li>Provided management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.</li> <li>Analyzed actual manufacturing costs and prepared periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.</li> </ul>
12.1997 - 01.2000
  • Implemented activity-based costing (ABC) models to improve overhead allocation accuracy across departments.
  • Collaborated with production and purchasing teams to manage BOMs (Bill of Materials) and control material usage variances.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize production cost efficiency.
  • Maintained the cost accounting system by recording, classifying, allocating, summarizing and evaluating cost data.
  • Calculated overhead rates used for job costing purposes using predetermined methods such as direct labor hours or machine hours.
  • Provided management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
  • Analyzed actual manufacturing costs and prepared periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.

Inventory Control Clerk

Remco Memorials
05.1995 - 11.1997
  • Engage with quarry to facilitate support for Authorized Memorial Councilors regarding monument special orders, overseeing pre-need monument procurement and standard inventory
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability for memorial products.
  • Conducted regular audits to verify accuracy of inventory records and storage locations.
  • Organized storage areas for easy access to products, minimizing time spent locating items.
  • Resolved discrepancies in inventory through detailed investigation and corrective actions taken.
  • Organized, labeled, and inventoried items for easy tracking and retrieval.
  • Maintained accurate records of all materials stored in the warehouse.
  • Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count.
  • Investigated root causes of discrepancies between physical inventories and system records.
  • Updated databases with new product information as required.
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.
  • Entered information into system to update status reports.

Education

QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Certification -

Intuit
01-2025

Operational Excellence Certificate -

Saskatoon
Saskatoon
01-2017

Chartered Professional Accountant -

Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon, SK
01-2014

Certified Management Accountant -

Saskatoon, SK
Saskatoon, SK
01-1999

Diploma in Accountancy -

Moose Jaw, SK
Moose Jaw, SK
01-1996

Skills

  • SAP ERP implementation
  • Financial compliance and reporting
  • Budget and capital planning
  • Cost analysis and fiscal oversight
  • Strategic and project management
  • Data analysis and performance management
  • Effective communication and team leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Organizational development and process improvement
  • Grant tracking and internal controls
  • Problem solving and issues resolution
  • Crisis management and time management
  • Hiring, retention, and talent development

Affiliations

  • Enjoy outdoor activities like gardening and yard care
  • Play hockey and slo-pitch

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director, Finance & Administrative Services

Saskatoon Public Library
12.2018 - 05.2025

Accounting Coordinator

Saskatoon Police Services & City of Saskatoon
01.2006 - 11.2018

Production Control Manager

Maple Leaf Foods
01.2000 - 01.2006

Corporate Cost Accountant

Morris Industries Ltd.
12.1997 - 01.2000

Inventory Control Clerk

Remco Memorials
05.1995 - 11.1997

QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Certification -

Intuit

Operational Excellence Certificate -

Saskatoon

Chartered Professional Accountant -

Saskatoon, SK

Certified Management Accountant -

Saskatoon, SK

Diploma in Accountancy -

Moose Jaw, SK

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