Financial Officer

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35
Salary Grade: 14

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the 'Western Experience' - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

The Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences (CNS) is a diverse, city-wide, clinical academic department at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Faculty members are located at Western University, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), and Parkwood Hospital of St. Joseph's Health Care, London (SJHC). The Department has research affiliations at both the Robarts Research Institute and Lawson Health Research Institute.

The vision for the Department of CNS is to be the acknowledged Centre of Excellence for the international standards in stroke prevention, complex epilepsy surgery, brain aneurysm treatment, malignant brain tumor, and degenerative and neuromuscular disorders in Southwestern Ontario with a mission to translate clinical research into treatment and provide regional consultation within interdisciplinary models of care.

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.

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree; major in Business Management/Administration is preferred
• Completion or working towards Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Experience:

• 5 years in a finance-related position
• Experience in an academic, healthcare, or public sector environment would be an asset
• Experience in accounting or bookkeeping preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated understanding of financial analysis and planning
• Demonstrated understanding of financial guidelines for research accounts
• Demonstrated understanding of complex reporting and accounting issues
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Familiarity with Human Resources principles and practices
• Familiarity with University and Hospital 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
• 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
• Advanced 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
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Organizational skills to manage multiple assignments that are accurate and thorough, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities
• Possess a reputation for resourcefulness with a strong sense of accountability and initiative
• Influential interpersonal skills that build positive and strong relationships at all levels of the organization

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.