Date Posted: 09/24/2024
Req ID: 39846
Faculty/Division: Vice-Provost, Students
Department: SL: Chief Administrative Officer
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00033530
Description: About us:
Student Life connects life to learning. We believe every student should have the opportunity to actively participate in university life, and to find connection and community while discovering new ways of thinking and being in the world. We provide resources, support and engagement opportunities that are inclusive and accessible, making sure every student can build experiences that set them up for a lifetime of success.
Student Life portfolios include, Student Experience, Student Life Programs & Services, Health & Wellness, and the Centre for International Experience.
Your opportunity:
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director, Office of the CAO and CAO, the Business Officer works to support the confidential, efficient, effective and accountable operations of the Division of Student Life. The Business Officer manages departmental financial resources and provides exceptional financial, budget and administrative management, including reporting, database support and guidance by ensuring all departments supported by the Office of the CAO comply with University policies, procedures, timelines and best practices.
The incumbent manages the day-to-day financial operations of several Student Life departments; planning, monitoring, processing revenue, expenses and payroll, while liaising with Financial Services to remedy issues.
The incumbent must present a professional image of the Office by interacting knowledgeably and courteously with a variety of individuals including senior administrators, faculty, staff, students and community members. The position requires excellent communication, analytical, organizational and time management skills.
Your responsibilities will include: Forecasting, planning and monitoring multiple complex budgetsAnalyzing financial trends and preparing analytical reports and forecasts for management decision makingMonitoring department budget to ensure expenditures remain within budgeted allocationsApplying the University Guide to Financial Management and other applicable policies, agency and regulatory requirements when making independent decisionsProducing complex statistical and/or financial reportsDeveloping and revising business methods that support administrative workflow and objectivesKeeping well-informed on changes to policies, procedures, collective agreements, and applicable legislated requirementsEntering salary and/or personnel information in HRIS; processing payroll transactions including maintaining salary and/or personnel information in HRISEssential Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in business or commerce, with specialization in finance or accounting, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum five years financial and administrative management experience.Experience with monthly statement reconciliation, budget preparation, forecasting, data analysis, reports generation, financial management, and human resources planning and processing.Must have well-developed accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial and administrative management skills.Knowledge and experience with University of Toronto's Administrative Management System (AMS), including the Financial Information System (FIS) and Human Resources Information System (HRIS).Demonstrated experience processing payroll transactions including maintaining salary and/or personnel information in HRIS.Experience in financial transactions such as journal entries, expense reimbursements, purchase requisitions, accounts payable and receivable.Excellent computer skills (e.g. Excel, Word, Access, other database systems) are required.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing are required.Must possess a results focused commitment to excellence, with exceptional interpersonal skills.Must be flexible and adaptable with a high level of initiative, customer service focus, reliability and trustworthiness.Must have exceptional organizational, planning and time management skills, accuracy and attention to detail, and be able to multi-task.Must have demonstrated strength working as a team player, with a focused commitment to the operations of the department.Must display a keen intellectual aptitude for root cause analysis of issues and how to design best practices for resolution.Assets (Nonessential): Experience with preparation of statistical reporting.To be successful in this role you will be: MeticulousMulti-taskerOrganizedProceduralClosing Date: 10/03/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 14 -- $90,056. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $115,169.
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial
Recruiter: Fiona Chan
Lived Experience Statement:
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply.
Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community.
Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members.
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