At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. McMaster is also recognized as one of the top employers in the Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity employers for the past 6 years.

The Facility

Services department supports the academic mission of McMaster, its cutting-edge research, and world-class teaching and learning. Our team of approximately 400 does this essential work both on our campus, which includes 55 buildings on 300 acres, also on our multiple off-site locations, which include 11 buildings. Responsible for applying specialized knowledge and understanding of financial policies and procedures to coordinate and process University financial transactions.

Analyzes, records, classifies, and summarizes accounting data according to established procedures. Ensures accuracy and compliance with existing guidelines, policies, and procedures. Coordinate the collection, verification, analysis and reporting of financial data.

Maintain the department's in-house business management and accounting system. Interpret and communicate applicable financial policies, procedures and guidelines to others. Assist with internal and external audits by preparing audit files and responding to auditor inquiries.

Develop and deliver training and information sessions. Analyze data and assess for reasonableness. Exercise appropriate controls, monitor, and reconcile accounts. Write a variety of document and reports such as procedure manuals,



accounting reports, and financial statements.

Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts. Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy. Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.

Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy. Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures. Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, payables, and shipping documents.

Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts. Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases.

Answer complex inquiries via telephone, email, and in person that are specific in nature and require a specialized knowledge of policies and procedures. In the absence of other staff, identify persons requesting access to the reactor and grant access to facility upon recognition.

Supervision

Ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures for short‑term staff. 2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study. ~

📌 Financial Coordinator - Facility Services (Canada)
🏢 McMaster University
📍 Canada