Research Accounting under the VP Finance is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Research Finance Administrator.

Research

Accounting is responsible for the post-award financial administration of all sponsored research and restricted funding at the University of Calgary.

The Research Finance

Administrator, Research Accounting reports to the Manager, Research Accounting. This position requires strong analytical capabilities, complex problem-solving skills, sound professional judgement and previous finance and accounting experience. This position provides research accounting and finance support and service to project holders and other University stakeholders by ensuring that journal entries, sub-grant payments and project expenditures are processed in a timely manner and in compliance with external agency policies, guidelines and contracts, along with University policies, guidelines and finance processes.

Work with project holders, budget owners and their staff to review transactions, reconcile project accounts, and assist with project closures; Review and advise on various types of project transactions, such as: reallocation of expenses, salaries/perks, revenue distribution and payment of expenses; Participate on project-related work on an adhoc basis Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, or accounting Understanding of Public Sector Accounting Standards Enrollment in an accounting designation program (CPA Canada PEP program) is an asset Minimum of 3 years of related and progressive work experience performing various accounting functions including journal entries, financial working papers and account reconciliations Experience interpreting,



applying and advising on financial and research granting agency guidelines and procedures is an asset Experience liaising and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook) Proficiency with large integrated enterprise resource planning systems, including Financial Information System (FIS), Human Resources Information System (HRIS), and Research Information System (RIS), or similar systems Innovative and creative thinking This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2. For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age.

Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. Start something today at the University of Calgary. The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.





The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary. As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community.

We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities.

Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected] show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. #

📌 Research Finance Administrator, Research Accounting (Calgary)
🏢 University of Calgary
📍 Calgary