01 Aug
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University of Toronto
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Scarborough
01 Aug
University of Toronto
Scarborough
Date Posted: 07/29/2026Req ID: 49639Faculty/Division: UofT ScarboroughDepartment: UTSC:Facilities ManagementCampus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)Position Number: 00059897 Existing Vacancy: Yes Description: About us:The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities.
The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.In the Facilities Management department, we take pride in our buildings and grounds and provide a welcoming, service-oriented, clean and safe setting for our students, faculty and staff. Our mission is to facilitate the Academic Mission of Excellence in Research and Teaching by providing a safe, clean, healthy, comfortable and sustainable environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.This search aligns with the University's commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence).
Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.Your opportunity:Under the general direction of the Financial Officer, Facilities Management, the incumbent is responsible for the overall financial administration of the department.Your responsibilities will include: Supports financial analysis and/or reporting activities by: preparing budget variance reports; generating standard financial reports; identifying and analyzing data discrepancies and taking necessary actions to correct errors
Accomplishes financial accounting responsibilities by: applying the generally accepted accounting principles to all financial tasks; monitoring department budget to ensure expenditures remain within budgeted allocations; verifying the accuracy and completeness of information; collecting audit information; processing accounts receivable/payable according to the University Guide to Financial Management
Supports the financial administration of payroll by: collecting supporting documentation required for accounting, payroll and/or HRIS processing; reconciling payroll distribution; troubleshooting and resolving payroll discrepancies
Supports HRIS records and data management by generating reports
Ensures the accurate and timely administration of financial processes and procedures by: applying the University Guide to Financial Management and other applicable policies, agency and regulatory requirements; analyzing financial processes and procedures and recommending changes for improvement; keeping well-informed on changes to policies, procedures, collective agreements, and applicable legislated requirements; verifying that provisions of applicable collective agreements and/or policies are applied appropriately
Provides guidance and/or direction by: serving as a resource to others by providing job-related guidance Essential Qualifications: Advanced College Diploma (3 years)
in a recognized accounting program or equivalent combination of education and experience A minimum of three years of financial and administrative experience in a customer-service oriented environment A minimum of three years of experience developing and maintaining spreadsheets and various databases (i.e. Access/Filemaker)
Intermediate/advanced skills using Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, macros, formulas)
Demonstrated knowledge of financial processes and resolving discrepancies, applying & interpreting Guide to Financial Management (GTFM)
Demonstrated experience with SAP (FIS and HRIS) and working knowledge of FIS/HRIS reports or similar systems
Demonstrated knowledge of university procurement policies and liaising with internal and external contacts to facilitate purchasing and/or procurement processes
Demonstrated experience with Web TMA or similar systems and providing service support for work order requests Assets (Nonessential): Experience in a university setting is an asset
Experience in verifying and coding vendor invoices and providing end-to-end support to vendors, from vendor account creation to invoice payments
Knowledge on applicable collective agreements and/or polices an asset To be successful in this role you will be: Diplomatic
Meticulous
Motivated self-learner
Multi-tasker
Problem solver
Team player Closing Date: 08/07/2026, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: USW Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing Schedule: Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 10 -- $72,119. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $92,226.
Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Facilities/Ancillary Services
Lived Experience StatementCandidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.
📌 Financial Administrator (Scarborough)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Scarborough