Job Description

Financial Analyst

Primary Purpose: As a Financial Analyst within the Finance SBA team, we partner with colleges and units across campus to support strategic finance initiatives focused on the University Plan 2025 in being the university the world needs (n\xc4\xabk\xc4\x81n\xc4\xabt\xc4\x81n man\xc4\x81cihitowinihk; ni manach\xc4\xabhitoonaan).

Nature of Work: Our Finance SBA team is part of the Administration portfolio. Finance SBAs are assigned to support specific colleges and units and implement broader Administration initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Finance SBA, the Finance Analyst ensures standard day-to-day financial tasks are completed and supports the financial objectives and operational requirements of the assigned portfolio(s).

Relationships are at the heart of what we do and it is critical that we are comfortable and effective in working across multiple, diverse and at times, challenging stakeholder groups. From academics to administration, research to operations, we work with all groups in identifying, planning, and implementing financial best practices to advance the mission of the university.

Primary responsibilities of the Finance Analyst role include financial analysis, reconciliations, journal entries, assisting in drafting financial reports, assisting in developing and monitoring controls, budget development for the ten research centres, cost tracking, and assisting in strategic projects. The Financial Analyst assists with various financial activities while maintaining a strong connection to Central Financial Services and SBAs on campus. The Financial Analyst demonstrates a combination of strong university acumen and financial functional knowledge to assist in the financial processes. The Financial Analyst supports the delivery of unit activities and processes while supporting the operational planning and development of financial services across the University.

The Financial Analyst addresses financial matters, applying financial skills and offering exceptional client service, often during periods of change, high work volumes, and stringent deadlines. The Financial Analyst facilitates and assists with auditing, reporting, and accounting requirements for the portfolio, and ensures compliance with ethical accounting standards and university policies and procedures. In providing various financial services, the Financial Analyst exercises discretion and judgment in maintaining confidential information, and applies sound practices with a consistent, proactive and collaborative approach.

Typical Duties/Accountabilities:

Financial Support

• Assists with budgeting, financial planning, reporting, analysis, and forecasting processes
• Ensures financial transactions, including invoices, payments and accruals, pre-paid expenses, and deferrals, are processed, recorded, and tracked in a timely manner and in accordance with University of Saskatchewan policies
• Coordinates and completes fund reconciliations on a monthly basis, including coordination and completion of required journal entry transfers
• Coordinates fee for service activities, including invoicing, costing, reconciling, and reporting
• Seeks to continuously improve financial procedures and processes within the portfolio
• Works with Finance SBAs with regular financial reporting against budgets and plans

• Provides professional support to assigned units in their day-to-day financial and operational needs by providing knowledge and direction on USask and unit policies and processes related to financial approvals and oversight
• Supports procurement of significant goods or services identified within the unit when necessary, and works with FCO colleagues and Service Centre partners to coordinate acquisition
• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with stakeholders, including Finance and Resources leaders and staff, FCO colleagues, and Service Centre partners
• Works with Finance SBAs to ensure effective internal controls are in place for financial transactions, and to ensure financial activity complies with legislation, GAAP, agreements with external parties, and USask policy and procedures
• Other duties as required

Qualifications
Education: A relevant certificate or degree, preferably in Business, Accounting or a related field. Enrollment in a professional accounting program leading to the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) accounting designation is an asset. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of related experience in general accounting, preferably in an institutional setting. Experience with budgeting would be considered an asset.

Skills: Qualified candidates must possess knowledge and understanding of issues (including cultural, socio-economic and other factors) affecting Indigenous peoples and an awareness that Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority at the University of Saskatchewan. Must possess the ability to influence outcomes and provide guidance to business decisions. The incumbent will be able to thrive, make sound decisions, and complete work accurately in a busy work environment with frequent interruptions and competing priorities under minimal supervision. Must be comfortable providing guidance and oversight to the work of their peers. Must be able to work collaboratively, build relationships with internal and external partners, and manage multiple demands to meet deadlines. Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills including written, verbal and presentation are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft 365 suite. Knowledge of USask financial, HR, and work management systems (e.g. UniFi/FAST, About-US, AiM) would be considered a strong asset.

Department: VP Administration, Finance
Status: Term 1 year with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $64,107.00 - 100,169.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 6/12/2023
Closing Date: 6/25/2023 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask\'s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Yes
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan\'s for faculty, staff and students in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic. The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan\'s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the M\xc3\xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and M\xc3\xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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