Financial Analyst, Restricted Funds - Full-time (Continuing)

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Job Title: Financial Analyst, Restricted Funds - Full-time (Continuing)

About the University:
It’s your time to shine! Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

Position Details:
The University of Lethbridge, Financial Services department is currently accepting applications for a Financial Analyst, Restricted Funds position. Reporting to the Director, Financial Reporting, the Financial Analyst’s function is to act as a financial consultant to various University departments as well as complete activities within Financial Services that support the institution and our department’s strategic priorities. The position is responsible for establishing and maintaining financial reporting requirements, completing IRS filings, budget preparation, process advice, training, risk identification and mitigation, financial analysis, and proactive support primarily to the units that administer and report on the use of restricted funds. The position will also support ad hoc projects as required in Financial Services supporting the Financial Reporting integrity of the University.

Within our department, this challenging role will be responsible for complex accounting and analytical functions, account reconciliations, year-end working papers, processing or approving accounting transactions, and various projects as they arise. As a team, we encourage critical thinking, questioning, and recommendations from all staff to strengthen our processes, services, and team.

Benefits:
The University offers a competitive compensation package and a full range of benefits. This position is classified as an Administrative Professional Officer (APO). Current APO benefits include:

• Defined benefit pension plan
• 22 days’ vacation to start, plus one week at Christmas
• Flex Spending accounts (taxable and non-taxable)
• Professional Supplement spending account
• Tuition benefits
• Paid sick time
• Extended health coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee family assistance program (EFAP)

As well, this position works a 7-hour workday with minimal overtime requirements and includes the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.

Position Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have:

• A minimum of a University degree in business, finance or related field and a Chartered Professional Accountant Designation or in pursuit of a Chartered Professional Accountant Designation
• 5 years of related accounting experience
• Experience working in a post-secondary institution
• Experience using various software programs such as Banner, Caseware, and Excel for analysis would be considered an asset
• Strong analytical skills, exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in a collaborative role
• Superior organizational skills to manage multiple demands

This is a fast paced, dynamic environment where it is critical that the successful candidate be able to adapt to change, handle a workload with multiple, competing deadlines, and be able to respond positively and professionally to the pressures of change of course and new assignments.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE): $63,255.50 - $79,575.80 annually
Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE): $63,255.50 - $95,896.11 annually (APO - Grade 3)

Campus: Lethbridge
Employment Group: APO
Position Category:

Posting Detail Information:

Open Date: 03/28/2025
Close Date: 04/25/2025
Open Until Filled:
Desired Start Date: 05/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary):

Special Instructions to Applicants:
The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

Supplemental Questions:
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Documents Needed To Apply:

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents:

• Additional Documents