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    Senior Financial Analyst - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

    University of Toronto background
    Full time
    Description
    Date Posted: 04/12/2024
    Req ID:36947
    Faculty/Division: Office of the Chief Financial Officer
    Department: Accounting-Comptroller Ofc
    Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

    Description:

    About us:

    Financial Services is a department within the Chief Financial Officer portfolio. The University's decentralized management model places financial management responsibility within every division of the University as well as within Financial Services. The academic goals and objectives of the University are supported through excellent financial management and effective and appropriate use of all financial resources.

    Within Financial Services, the Student Receivables & General Accounting Office is responsible for policies, procedures and processes for both student and general accounting; oversight and supervision of the University's student and student financial systems; administration and accounting for the University's pension and benefit plans; preparation of schedules for the University's annual financial statements; and special ad-hoc projects.

    The busy office works with both central and divisional offices across the University and external groups such as banks, collection agencies, actuaries and government agencies.

    Your opportunity:

    Under the general direction of the Manager, Student Receivables and General Accounting, the Senior Financial Analyst performs a variety of complex analyses and interpretation of confidential data relating to benefits budgeting and forecasting such as trend analyses, development of benefit costs models and sensitivity analysis. In addition, he/she prepares a variety of financial statements, reports and filings for benefits plans and provides auditable data and schedules relating to employee future benefits for the University's annual financial statements.

    The incumbent is responsible for account reconciliation, identifying and resolving financial discrepancies, recording accounting entries, and verifying the accuracy and completeness of information on HRIS/FIS.

    The Senior Financial Analyst is also involved in special ad-hoc projects for the Financial Services Department which support various business needs.

    Your responsibilities will include:
    • Preparation of the Annual and Long-Range benefits budget submission
    • Presenting recommendations and forecasts to various influential stakeholders within the University
    • Preparation of various benefit reports and working with existing models and/or developing new models to perform various analysis and evaluate change assumptions
    • Monitoring monthly financial position of benefit plans
    • Monitoring any new information on changes to the cost of legislative benefits
    • Coordinating with actuaries for periodic valuation of benefit plans for various internal requirements
    • Preparing working papers and reconciliations relating to benefits for external auditors
    • Assisting other areas in Financial Services upon request and participates in Special Projects
    Essential Qualifications:
    • University degree and a professional accounting designation from a recognized professional accounting program (i.e. CGA, CMA, CPA, CA) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Minimum 3 years experience accounting for benefits and/or pensions in higher education or large public sector organization
    • Experience with preparing financial statements, including preparation of reconciliation and analysing large amounts of financial data.
    • Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, especially as related to pension and benefits accounting.
    • Demonstrated related experience with U of T's Administrative Management System (e.g. FIS), or equivalent systems.
    • Experience maintaining and organizing administrative and financial records.
    • Solid understanding of accounting for benefits and/or pensions
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams and Outlook).
    • Demonstrated high level of organization and attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure of deadlines
    • Demonstrated ability to exercise tact, good judgment and diplomacy
    • Knowledge of the University's financial procedures and guidelines, or other similar procedures.
    Assets (Nonessential):
    • Related experience in a university environment or higher educational institution
    • Previous experience in a high-volume processing environment
    • Demonstrated experience with developing and implementing forecast models
    • Knowledge of SAP
    To be successful in this role you will be:
    • Meticulous
    • Accountable
    • Detail Oriented
    • Efficient
    • Organized
    • Problem solver
    • Responsible
    • Multi-tasker
    Closing Date: 05/03/2024,11:59PM ET
    Employee Group: Salaried
    Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
    Schedule: Full-Time
    Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 4 -- Hiring Zone: $102,763 - $119,892 -- Broadband Salary Range: $102,763 - $171,273
    Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audit

    All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
    Diversity Statement

    The 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. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

    As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see
    Accessibility Statement

    The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

    The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

    If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

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