Manager, Research

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

**Date Posted**:05/29/2023
**Req ID**: 31563
**Faculty/Division**: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
**Department**: Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
**Campus**: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

**About us**:
We are also home to about 2,000 very talented students: about 1,300 undergraduates are enrolled in the Industrial Engineering and in the Mechanical Engineering BASc programs. We have about 350 Master of Engineering (MEng) students, a professional program for students taking courses with us for a year or two. And we have about 350 MASc and PhD students, who work individually on research projects with a particular professor.

The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering prides itself on being a good place to work: respectful, accepting of difference and professional.

We value employees who are goal-oriented and self-motivated, and who are constantly looking to improve how we serve our students and faculty. We believe in teamwork, in working together for the greater good, and yet doing so in a way that respects each employee’s work-life balance. Finally, we value each employee as an individual, and look for opportunities to recognize each contribution.

**Your responsibility**:
The Manager, Research and Finance Administration manages and oversees a team of 7 professionals responsible for the budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and data analysis influencing the research work of over 70 professors and their research groups. The Manager oversees the administration of research accounts, and leads the team that delivers expert policy administration, accounting, taxation and procurement research advice, along with auditing complex research accounts, research grant management and ensures all policies are followed according to sponsor protocols, agency regulations and contractual agreements in a large complex and multidisciplinary research environment. This position collaborates with and supports Principal Investigators (PIs), resolves issues and implements recommendations and best business and financial practices relating to the department.

The Manager provides expertise on all research financial matters to the Director of Administration and Finance, the Chair and professors and is a key partner in the achievement of the MIE’s long-term strategic research financial goals and objectives.

The incumbent is responsible for the management of research accounts to ensure that monies are spent appropriately and are being utilized according to donor and agency policies and agreements; recommending and developing MIE financial research and administrative policies; business processes and systems; ensuring and overseeing the accuracy, security, and integrity of information relating to the Administrative Management System (AMS); and negotiating, reviewing and approving contracts, based on knowledge of University and Faculty policies and procedures, ensuring that the terms and conditions are in the best of interest of the department and the Faculty.

The Manager, Research and Finance Administration is responsible for fostering strong relationships with a variety of complex foundations, government agencies, and donors that fund various academic research programs.

The incumbent liaises with senior administrators and fellow financial officers centrally and across the University to share information and respond to requests and complex financial research inquiries.

The incumbent leads internal optimization projects in MIE to streamline internal administrative processes.

**Essential Qualifications**:
**Education**:
University degree with a background in business administration, economics and or financial management or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA designation is a strong asset.

**Experience**:
**Skills**:
Excellent financial management, organizational, and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills; strong leadership and conflict resolutions skills. Strong problem solving and decision-making skills. Superior planning, budgeting, and project management skills. Strong computer skills with advanced proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point.

**Other**:
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment. Proven ability to think strategically/see the big picture, build effective teams and work effectively with people at all levels of the organization, work independently as well as part of a team, and ability to be self
- directed and take initiative. A collaborative and consultative management style as well as the ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with faculty, staff, students, senior administrators, and external constituents. Ability to solve problems in a creative and effective manner, multi-task and manage conflicting priorities and deadlines. Ability to execute and complete tasks under pressure and within timelines. Keen attention to detail and a

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