Senior Analyst, Financial Planning and Reporting

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Reporting, this role provides expert advice and guidance to management and other members of the faculty or service in relation to financial management. It contributes to short-, medium- and long-term decision-making processes by providing support and recommendations for financial analyses and reporting.

Requirements

University degree in accounting, finance or business administration, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum seven years of demonstrated experience in a similar role
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Experience in accounting for subsidiaries and consolidations
Thorough knowledge of the administrative structure and governance of a large organization, preferably in a university setting
Bilingualism – English and French (spoken and written)

Nice To Haves

Professional accounting accreditation an asset
Supervisory experience an asset
Project management experience
Autonomy and discretion
Critical and analytical thinking
Knowledge and experience using computer systems and software such as Windows, financial systems, spreadsheets, databases, the internet and email

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates and conducts complex financial studies and analyses to make useful recommendations to management for identifying objectives, planning for the short, medium and long term, setting budget priorities and devising financial strategies for faculty or service budgets, including for special programs and projects.
Creates complex financial reports and helps design analytical tools such as dashboards, performance and quality control indicators, and costing models to support decision making and ensure the faculty or service’s financial resources are managed in a consistent and efficient manner.
Provides expert advice to members of the faculty or service in relation to financial and accounting operations, as well as associated policies and procedures so as to ensure that financial activities are compliant, consistent and comprehensive.
Plans, manages and evaluates assigned special projects related to finances, budgets or physical and material resources. Defines special project scopes, determines steps, monitors relevant progress, makes adjustments throughout the process and ensures efficient communication between participants.
Helps develop and implement internal financial guidelines, procedures and processes to improve operational efficiency and ensure that financial operations comply with the policies, guidelines and laws governing the University.
Supervises work performed by employees reporting to the incumbent in order to determine priorities and provide guidance in the attainment of individual objectives.