ID: 18054
Finance Officer
Queens University - Kingston
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/
Education/Training/Certifications
Canadian Astroparticle Physics Institute at Queen’s University is seeking a Financial Officer who will administer the finances of a vibrant international academic research network. The Institute is building on a Nobel prize winning research program to determine the properties of the most fundamental particles of nature and their role in the structure and evolution of the Universe.
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Reporting to the Managing Director, the Financial Officer is responsible for providing expert advice, financial accountability, and management of all McDonald Institute grant funds. This role provides an exceptional opportunity for a financial professional to engage in all aspects of university research finance, from strategic planning and resourcing, project management, design and improvement of operations and monitoring processes and relationship management across multiple institutions. This role will regularly engage with the Institute’s governance, including senior financial managers from universities across Canada. It is an ideal position for broadening demonstrated financial expertise into broader administrative leadership skills and career progression into management roles. The Financial Officer will perform a wide range of complex financial duties in the analysis, preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports; provide oversight and stewardship of the McDonald Institute’s financial control systems; and work closely with funding agencies, Research Accounting, Strategic Procurement Services, University Research Services (URS), the Faculties, and partner institutions across Canada and internationally.
The McDonald Institute administrative team cultivates an inclusive working environment. Staff are nimble, collaborative, and work closely together to support the national Astroparticle physics community. The Institute supports moderate flexible time scheduling, caregiver and accessibility assistance when attending work-related conferences, and employee-selected professional development that aligns with the Institute’s mandate. The Institute’s administrative team received the 2019 Queen’s University Special Recognition Staff Award (Team category) for their service and outstanding capabilities.
If you are looking for an excellent career-accelerator in research finance, we encourage you to apply.
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Position Requirements
• University degree (preferably in Business Administration), and completion of a professional accounting designation preferred.
• Proven experience in the development, management and administration of a large, complex budget. Several years of progressively responsible management experience, including financial management, planning and project responsibilities, and best practices and processes.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Check required.
• Proficiency in enterprise-wide data systems is an asset.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities; well-developed written and verbal communication skills to effectively work with a diverse group of people. Must foster a climate of inclusion and be a team player.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Applications, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A sound knowledge of PeopleSoft (or similar Enterprise Resources Planning system) is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of internal controls/auditing principles.
• Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Type of Job: Contract,
Hourly Wage/Salary:
Hours: 35
Closes: Mar 22, 2022
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