Research Director

2 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada University of Ottawa Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Research Director, Trust and Endowment. This is a key leadership role that requires a strong background in financial management, accounting, and research operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the financial, accounting, and accountability operations related to research, trust, and endowment activities.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with funding agency requirements and mitigate related risks.
  • Provide leadership in managing endowed funds and the usable funding they generate to respond to the University's financial aid requirements while ensuring the long-term viability of the endowment funds.
  • Design, review, and promote financial policies and procedures related to trusts and research activities to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborate with faculties, researchers, and senior managers to ensure service excellence in preparing and sending all financial reports for research, trust, and endowment funds.
Requirements
  • University degree in accounting or business administration combined with accounting certification (CPA).
  • Ten years' experience in the education sector or in a large business, including at least six years in a financial management position.
  • Knowledge of generally recognized accounting principles and audit file documentation.
  • Experience in managing human resources and leading a team.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to design and implement new work procedures and come up with innovative solutions.
  • Excellent ability to analyze, summarize, and solve complex problems.
  • Experience in using major financial software and computer programs.
  • Organizational skills, including the ability to properly manage own time, complete several simultaneous tasks, and meet firm deadlines.
  • Knowledge of, and experience in, creating financial forecasts.
  • Bilingualism (spoken and written).
What We Offer

The University of Ottawa is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence.

We welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to employment equity and diversity.



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