Financial Officer

at  Western University

London, ON, Canada -

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Immediate24 Jan, 2025Not Specified25 Oct, 2024N/AFinancial Analysis,Discretion,Customer Service Skills,Technology,Software,Analytical Skills,Productivity,Computer SkillsNoNo
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Description:

ABOUT US

The vision for the Department of Psychiatry is to be the acknowledged Centre of Excellence for psychiatric care and discovery in South Western Ontario with a mission to translate clinical research into treatment and provide regional consultation within interdisciplinary models of care.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • Undergraduate Degree with a major in Business Management/Accounting
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in progress preferred

Experience:

  • 5 years of experience in the management of complex financial accounts

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of financial analysis and planning practices
  • Familiarity with financial guidelines for research accounts
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Knowledge of report writing software used to prepare financial reports
  • Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
  • Ability to ensure expenditures and resources are within allotments, and to make appropriate modifications when required
  • Analytical skills to accurately interpret and integrate report data from various sources
  • Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner
  • Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
  • Ability and willingness to stay abreast of technological developments
  • Discretion, tact and maturity to deal with highly confidential subjects or issues
  • Ability to employ a systematic and efficient approach to work
  • Ability to collect and discern relevant data to create reports and recommendations
  • Ability to complete detailed analytics and reports
  • Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
  • Computer skills with the ability to creatively use and integrate technology to improve quality and productivity
  • Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner to make appropriate decisions and recommendations
  • Organizational skills to manage multiple assignments that are accurate and thorough, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities
  • Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, while being open to trying new ideas and working methods
  • Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
  • Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals

Responsibilities:

The Financial Officer is responsible for ensuring effective and efficient financial administration, and for providing financial, accounting, and budgetary support within the department. The role will facilitate the implementation of financial processes and practices in compliance with the policies, procedures, and legislation applicable to the University, Hospitals, Research Institute, and AFP Governance organizations, which affect physician clinical and non-clinical remuneration. The Financial Officer will compile relevant data, and conduct timely and accurate financial analysis and reporting. The role will be a first point of contact and act as a resource in relation to all accounting, financial, procurement and budgeting processes for the department as funds cross institutional boundaries and affect operating and grant funding.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Financial Services

Accounts / Finance / Tax / CS / Audit

Finance

Graduate

Business management/accounting

Proficient

1

London, ON, Canada