Job Description

The Comptroller's office is seeking applications from interested candidates for the position of Student Assistant over the summer months.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working within the Comptroller's Office, this position will be responsible for the following duties:

• Preparation of financial analysis and reports with attention to details and deadlines, including:

• Data queries using various software
• Account analysis and reconciliations
• Preparation of journal entries
• Preparation of year-end working papers
• Support year-end audit processes
• Provide support to budget processes, including:

• Preparation of budget reports
• Preparation of budget changes
• Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current business student with a focus in accounting
• Experience working in an office environment would be considered an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written
• Ability to remember numerous details, both qualitative and quantitative
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, data analysis software and other business software

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.
Application Instructions:
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
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