Awards Reconciliation Officer/awards Administration - Ottawa, Canada - NSERC

NSERC

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Awards Reconciliation Officer/Awards Administration Officer:

Location of Position:

Ottawa, ON
Job Status:
Various appointment types
Job Category:
Accounting/Finance
Number of Positions Being Staffed:
2
Classification:
GR05
Security Clearance Required:
Reliability
Salary:

- $69,605 - $82,861 per year
Language Requirements:

Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB)
Open To:
Anyone residing in the National Capital region and legally entitled to work in Canada
Closing Date:
June 1, 2024
Special Posting Considerations:

The results of this selection process may be used to staff similar term or indeterminate positions within NSERC and SSHRC.

Who we are:

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is Canada's largest funder of science and engineering.

A career at NSERC means supporting the visionaries, explorers and innovators who are searching for the scientific and technical breakthroughs that will advance knowledge, improve the lives of Canadians and transform the world for the better.

At the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), we bring together the research community, as well as the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, in contributing knowledge, talent and expertise to build a better future for Canada and the world.

SSHRC is seeking talented professionals passionate about Canadian research and the value it brings to society.

What you will do:

Stream 1:

As an Awards Reconciliation Officer, you will coordinate the Reconciliation of Active Awards process for grants awarded by NSERC and SSHRC, the General Research Funds and the General Graduate Studies Funds.

Interacts with research administrators and other key stakeholders to resolve complex financial reporting issues.

Ensures the reliability of financial records and the accuracy of the financial reporting function in order that financial information can be used by internal stakeholders with confidence in support of fiduciary obligations.

Stream 2:

As an Awards Administration Officer, you will provide essential, effective and efficient award administration services for NSERC and SSHRC grants, scholarships and fellowships programs with respect to the operational framework requirements associated with awards administration under both Councils programs, partnerships and initiatives.

What you need to succeed:

Education:

Secondary school diploma OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards

Experience:

Experience working with internal and external clients and stakeholders.
Experience in offering guidance, interpretation, recommendations and administrative or clerical support.
Experience reviewing and processing a wide range of administrative action requests.
Experience working with administrative and related financial procedures or activities.
Experience using grant management systems and software.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of financial analysis and statistical reporting techniques.
Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
Knowledge of awards payment policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the Tri-Agency guide on Financial Administration (TAGFA).

Asset:

Knowledge of program structures, triagency and agency specific guidelines and policies, and related funding component.

Competencies:

Communicate effectively.
Interpersonal skills.
Analytical thinking.
Organizational and time management skills.
Client service orientation and delivery.
Good judgment and adaptability.

Equity, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment to create a workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve.

We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

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