Financial Analyst Research Accounting

Apply analytical capabilities and accounting expertise as a full-time temporary Relief Financial Analyst supporting research finance s approximately one-year assignment serves campus stakeholders.

Reporting to the Manager, Research Accounting, the Financial Analyst coordinates finance support for project holders and stakeholders. The position covers project accounting, financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Work follows policies, guidelines, internal controls, and best practices.

• Support sponsored research, endowment income, and restricted-fund reporting
• Account accurately for research and non-research revenues
• Develop, test, implement, and maintain reporting applications
• Monitor funding agency guidelines and requirements
• Provide analysis, advice, reports, and stakeholder information support

• CPA Canada designation or enrollment in CPA Canada PEP
• University degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field
• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Three or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and financial analysis

Use research accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills to support accurate financial services across the University of Calgary.