Senior Finance Director for Research and Financial Management

7 days ago


London, Ontario, Canada Western University Full time
Job Title:

Senior Finance Director for Research and Financial Management

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Director to lead our Research and Financial Management team at Western University. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the post-award administration and financial management of research funds awarded to the university and its researchers.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of this role include:

  • Leveraging strategic leadership skills to advance operational practices, business processes, financial controls, and stewardship/risk management functions.
  • Ensuring compliance with institutional policies and government regulations, as well as guidelines from sponsors, not-for-profit organizations, and private sector businesses.
  • Providing financial guidance, advice, and expertise to stakeholders, including Associate Vice-Presidents, Directors, Finance Managers, Financial Officers, Administrative staff, and researchers.
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • An undergraduate degree in Business Management/Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years' experience leading and managing professional staff, preferably in a financial control and reporting environment.
  • Experience in strategic planning, project management, and implementation, operationalization, and contract management.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial budgeting principles, accounting principles, and fund accounting.
  • Ability to collaborate and negotiate across internal and external boundaries, deal confidentially with sensitive information, and apply discretion and diplomacy as necessary.
  • Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge of enterprise-wide risk management.
Estimated Salary:

$120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience.

About Western University:

Western University is committed to serving our communities through academic excellence, providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We provide financial leadership, services, information, and stewardship in support of our academic, research, and service activities.



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