Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 14

The base salary will be $67,680 - $96,590 per annum. Starting salary will be aligned with the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and demonstrated qualifications.

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and current ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of seven Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Food and Nutrition Sciences, and Communication Sciences and Disorders), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, five Research Centres and one Core Research Facility. The Faculty has approximately 5000 undergraduate and 1600 graduate students (250 PhD students).

Responsibilities

The Financial Officer (Operations) plays a key role in supporting the financial stewardship and operational effectiveness of the Faculty of Health Sciences. Reporting to the Associate Director, Technology and Operations, the Finance Officer is responsible for a broad range of financial and administrative functions, including payroll administration, accounts payable and receivable, budget development and monitoring, financial reporting, project oversight, and data analysis.

This position provides comprehensive support to Schools, Departments, Research Centres, and administrative units across the Faculty and serves as a trusted resource for financial processes, operational planning, and decision-making.



The role offers a unique opportunity to gain holistic experience across Faculty operations, financial management, and strategic initiatives within a complex academic environment. Through their stewardship and oversight of the Faculty’s financial and administrative functions, the Finance & Operations Officer supports Advancing Health. Together., the Faculty’s 2026-2031 strategic plan.

Qualifications

Education:

- University degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field
- Working towards a professional accounting designation (CPA) is considered an asset

Experience:

- 5 years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, or operational administration
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, account reconciliation, reporting, and budget administration
- Experience supporting projects and managing multiple priorities simultaneously
- Experience within a post-secondary, healthcare, public sector, research, or complex institutional environment is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Familiarity with financial analysis and planning, accounting standards and with complex reporting and accounting issues
- Knowledge of payroll administration, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes
- Ability to ensure expenditures and resources are within allotments, and to make appropriate modifications when required
- Analytical skills to accurately interpret and integrate report data from various sources




- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner to make appropriate decisions and recommendations
- Organizational skills to manage multiple assignments that are accurate and thorough, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, while being open to trying new ideas and working methods
- Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
- Discretion, tact and maturity to deal with highly confidential subjects or issues
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and financial regulations
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment
- Experience with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Workday, Banner, SAP, or similar platforms is considered an asset

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone (phone hidden).

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. This position is fully in-person, on-site. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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