Schedule 35 hours per week, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm, evenings and weekends as needed.

Education Level 2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.

Career Level Requires 4 years of relevant experience.

Expected Fill Date December 1, 2026

Union Group UNIFOR Unit 1

Location Main Campus, Gilmour Hall

Job Description and Title JD0652, Financial Coordinator (I)

Pay Grade and Range Grade 6, $26.99-$38.03

Job Description

Unit/Project Description

Student Affairs (SA) is a fast-paced, multifaceted department that supports the overall health, welfare, and success of students at McMaster. The Student Affairs Finance Office provides financial support to various Student Affairs departments, including Athletics and Recreation. The office also manages the Student Affairs budget, including preparing the annual budget report and reporting on various Ministry‑funded programs. The Student Affairs Finance Office seeks a self‑motivated, enthusiastic individual with experience in financial processing (accounts payable and accounts receivable), collections, invoicing, and financial data reporting. This role demands solid attention to detail and the ongoing ability to prioritize competing tasks in a deadline‑driven environment.

Job Summary





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.

Purpose and Key Functions

- Coordinate the collection, verification, analysis and reporting of financial data.
- 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.
- Develop budgets for review and approval.
- Implement and maintain budgets. Create financial projections and make adjustments to budgets throughout the fiscal year.
- 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

📌 FINANCIAL COORDINATOR (Canada)
🏢 McMaster University
📍 Canada