Research Accountant
- Employer
- University of Toronto
- Location
- Toronto, ON
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Business & Financial Management
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) portfolio supports the University of Toronto as a top public research university in the world. Our mission is to create the most supportive environment possible so that our researchers, innovators and learners can do what they do best — advance understanding and apply new knowledge. Our work supports, fosters and promotes the research and innovation culture and activities of our faculty, staff and students, along with our partner hospitals, funding sponsors, and partners in the public and private sector. VPRI provides a full range of services including guidance to faculty, staff and students on funding opportunities, research agreement negotiation, oversight and accountability services including research accounting, environmental health and safety, innovation and entrepreneurship, partnerships, policies and procedures, and institutional awards and honours.
Your opportunity:
Based within the Research Oversight and Compliance Office team, you will work closely with research sponsors, researchers, grant and financial administration staff to support research reporting and financial audit. Our leadership team provides an open and professional environment that fosters a culture of goal orientation, self-motivation, accountability, team work and respect. We strive for excellence and recognize and value employee contributions that advance the VPRI and University goals. If you are motivated and passionate about contributing to one of the top universities in the world, consider a career with us.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Analyzing actual expenditures in comparison to budget and preparing reports for financial planning and funding terms compliance
- Interpreting and applying University and sponsor policies to independently determine research compliance
- Monitoring, recording, reconciling and/or reporting on funding accounts for research agreements
- Preparing and recording deposits on a regular basis
- Producing complex statistical and/or financial reports
- Applying the University Guide to Financial Management and other applicable policies, agency and regulatory requirements
- Identifying and resolving individual data anomalies and discrepancies
- Keeping well-informed on key University and sponsor policies and trends
CampusEssential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or Commerce; or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
- Minimum four (4) years of relevant financial accounting experience.
- University fund or project accounting experience required
- Financial accounting experience to include: financial statement preparation in a highly computerized environment, preparation of financial reports, administering funds and managing multiple grants, account reconciliation and preparing financial reports.
- Experience with financial accounting systems (ex. FIS) and administrative database management.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles.
- Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines and with multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to follow and improve on detailed processes.
- Strong computer skills including the ability to work with a broad range of information system tools including spreadsheets and databases (including Microsoft Office products)
- Advanced level of spreadsheet skills; excellent numerical, data management, administrative and record keeping skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate to both non-financial and financial individuals at varying levels within the organization.
- Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise professionalism: integrity, objectivity, professional and ethical judgment.
- Demonstrated ability to think analytically, resolve discrepancies and problems, and make decisions within the scope of the role's responsibility.
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Accountable
- Efficient
- Organized
- Team player
Department: Research Oversight & Compliance Office
Campus: St. George (downtown Toronto)
Schedule: Full-time
Job Field: Finance / Budget / Planning / Audit
Job Posting: Sep 6, 2019
Job Closing: Sep 15, 2019, 10:59:00 PM
Organization
Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada's largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T's distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world.
U of T is committed to providing a learning experience that benefits from both a scale almost unparalleled in North America and from the close-knit learning communities made possible through its college system and academic divisions. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world's most diverse regions, U of T's vibrant academic life is defined by a unique degree of cultural diversity in its learning community.The University is sustained environmentally by three green campuses, where renowned heritage buildings stand beside award-winning innovations in architectural design.
U of T is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
U of T is one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.
Are you looking for a challenging, meaningful career in a supportive and diverse environment?
Work where the world comes to think.
Work where the world comes to discover.
Work where the world comes to learn.
Opportunities exist for people from a wide range of backgrounds, ranging from recent graduates to experienced senior professionals.
We offer challenging work within an open environment that celebrates diversity in all its forms. Our focus is on creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains excellent employees through a combination of competitive compensation, favourable working conditions, opportunities for career growth and development and a unique organizational culture.
Employees have access to:
- Excellent health and dental benefits;
- On-site support for training and career development;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Childcare subsidy;
- Tuition waivers;
- Scholarships and/or tuition waivers for dependants;
- Generous paid time off;
- Support on equity and diversity issues;
- On-site child care;
- University Pension Plan;
- Subsidized athletic facility membership;
- World-renowned libraries;
- Confidential counselling services;
- Parking and TTC Metropasses;
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan;
- Continued health benefits for pensioners.
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