Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. We are one of Canada's outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock continues to earn recognition as one of Canada's Best Employers and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity in 2026.

At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group) The Budget officer provides expert financial support for the Faculty of Education, ensuring effective budget development, monitoring, and compliance with institutional policies.

The Budget

Officer combines analytical and operational responsibilities, including forecasting, variance analysis, transaction oversight, and teaching load reconciliation. They act as the faculty’s primary financial resource, supporting academic leadership with data-driven insights and ensuring efficient financial operations.

The Budget Officer will: Prepare financial forecasts and conduct variance analysis on actual-to-budget comparisons

- Conduct financial analyses, projections and reporting on course enrolment, including low enrolment analysis
- Investigate significant variances and provide actionable recommendations to improve performance
- Perform financial analysis for faculty projects, and program accounts
- Review and approve faculty financial transactions, ensuring adherence to university policies and funding requirements
- Process journal entries, reconcile accounts and monitor deficit/ended accounts Provide guidance to faculty and staff on financial policies, expense categories, and best practices




- Coordinate and prepare the faculty’s annual budget submission, working closely with academic units and administrative staff
- Provide financial input for Faculty planning initiatives and advise on budget impacts of operational decisions
- Support special projects and initiatives, while providing finance and accounting expertise; and Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to operational efficiency. An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline or a combination of education and experience
- Strong knowledge of financial systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel
- Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community
- Ability to interpret and apply policies and provide guidance to stakeholders
- Job Grade [K], Salary Scale ($61,286.00 - $99,384.00 Target Hiring Range: $61,286.00 - $65,000.00 This is a 12 Month contract position that includes: Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.

Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan.

Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays. The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range. We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Versatile Work Arrangement Policy.





As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region.

Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

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University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

Brock

University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University's 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world.

Brock's renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs.

📌 Part-Time Budget Analyst (St. Catharines)
🏢 Brock University
📍 St. Catharines