Analyst, Finance Services

The University of Calgary

16d ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Calgary

Requirements

Recent graduate or near completion of a professional accounting designation (CA, CMA or CGA)
A University degree, in business, finance, accounting, or a related field.
Five or more years of extensive work experience in progressively more responsible role accounting functions including budgeting, and financial analysis.
Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and are capable of building and maintaining productive and supportive working relationships.
Proficient user of computer software applications, including large integrated enterprise resource planning systems, data warehousing and business intelligence tools, and spreadsheets.
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired will be considered.

Responsibilities

Support the management of the faculty/unit's budget and act as a contact in the faculty/unit for all finance and accounting related issues and follow up with key stakeholders as required.
Coordinate the operational aspects of the financial processes within the faculty/unit to ensure these processes are effectively planned, coordinated and communicated.
Responds to and resolves complex process issues, engaging the Finance Partner as required.
Prepare monthly forecast and variance analysis for review by the Finance Partner, by consulting with department or unit managers, to determine planned use of resources within the budget framework.
Compile and perform meaningful analysis for preparation of annual budget.
Work in partnership with stakeholders to continuously seek to improve financial processes and procedures within the faculty/unit by working with finance process owners.
Support the faculty/unit's resource allocation decision making process (including research, financial, personnel, capital, information technology, etc).
Assist with educating team members in the faculty/unit on finance process, budgeting, and planning.
Stay current on trends and approaches to financial management and processes through continued professional development.
Provide a wide variety of ad hoc reporting and financial analysis to enable timely and effective decision making within the faculty/unit.
Provide advice of non-adherence to University policies and escalate when appropriate to ensure resolution.
Fosters and builds collaborative, supportive relationships with assigned clients.
Actively develops close partnerships with key client stakeholders, Finance Partner and service providers as well as other University of Calgary departments including Information Technology, Human Resources, and Operational Management.
Contributes to the creation of operational plans to deliver the requirements for Finance within client environment.
Recommends the operational use of Finance resources in providing the most effective and efficient delivery of financial services.
Ability to initiate, implement and support new or modified approaches, practices and processes in the organization.
Continually analyzes the change process and makes necessary adjustments to maximize effectiveness.
Provides input into the faculty/unit business plans to determine resource requirements.
Contributes to an environment that fosters quality improvement and a culture of safety, dignity and respect for staff.
Commits to continually improving health and safety performance through promotion of culture supporting hazard assessment, risk management, incident identification, reporting and correction, and compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and safe work practices.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Analyst, Finance Services?

The main responsibilities include supporting budget management, coordinating financial processes, preparing forecasts and variance analysis, assisting with annual budget preparation, and improving financial processes within the faculty/unit, among others.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

Candidates should have a recent or near-completion professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CGA), a University degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field, and five or more years of relevant work experience in accounting functions including budgeting and financial analysis.

Is previous experience in finance necessary to apply?

Yes, five or more years of extensive work experience in progressively more responsible roles in accounting functions is required.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal abilities, proficiency in computer software applications, and expertise in financial analysis and budgeting.

What is the deadline for applications?

The application deadline is October 9, 2024.

Will I be involved in decision-making processes regarding resource allocation?

Yes, the Analyst will support the faculty/unit's resource allocation decision-making processes relating to research, finance, personnel, capital, and information technology.

Does the University of Calgary encourage diversity in applicants?

Yes, the University of Calgary is committed to diversity and encourages individuals from designated groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible/racialized minorities to apply.

What types of professional development opportunities are available in this role?

The Analyst is expected to stay current on trends and approaches in financial management and processes through continued professional development.

Is there a possibility for career growth within the finance department?

Yes, as part of a dynamic finance team, there are opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the University of Calgary.

Does this position require confidentiality?

Yes, the role involves handling confidential information related to human resource planning, salary information, and financial data for the faculty/unit.

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The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes.’