Intermediate administrator, Finance (research)

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

4d•CA$59,038 - CA$74,574•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Specialist, Research Management, performs a variety of activities in support of the sector's financial operations, while ensuring compliance with related policies and procedures. Participates in other administrative functions (maintenance of office equipment, mail distribution, etc.) as required. The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact [email protected] to communicate the accommodation need. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel. The University of Ottawa aspires to employing a staff that fully represents the diversity of Canada's population. As a result, it is committed to employment equity principles and aims to provide an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.

Requirements

Knowledge of administrative and accounting principles, normally acquired through post-secondary education in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
At least two years of demonstrated experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of computer systems and software, including financial systems, spreadsheets, databases, Internet and e-mail.
Experience interpreting, explaining and applying policies and regulations.
Experience in preparing reports.
Ability to produce high quality work under pressure, while meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Bilingualism: French and English (spoken and written); to be considered for this position, candidates must be rated at the Low Advanced proficiency level or higher for both oral comprehension and reading comprehension in their second official language. The rating is determined by a proficiency test designed by the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute.
Planning: Organize in time a series of actions or events in order to realize an objective or a project. Plan and organize own work and priorities in regular daily activities.
Initiative: Demonstrate creativity and initiative to suggest improvements and encourage positive results. Is proactive and self-starting. Show availability and willingness to go above and beyond whenever it is possible.
Client Service Orientation: Help or serve others to meet their needs. This implies anticipating and identifying the needs of internal and external clients and finding solutions on how to meet them.
Teamwork and Cooperation: Cooperate and work well with other members of the team to reach common goal(s). Accept and give constructive feedback. Able to adjust own behaviour to reach the goals of the team.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of activities in support of the sector's financial operations, while ensuring compliance with related policies and procedures.
Participates in other administrative functions (maintenance of office equipment, mail distribution, etc.) as required.