University of Niagara Falls Canada | Senior Accountant
2 days ago
Position Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)
Reports To: Finance Supervisor
Overview
The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is an innovative and digitally oriented institution that prepares graduates for leadership in a digital world.
Academic programs are aligned to meet the demands of business and industry, providing students with the skills and knowledge needed now and for the future.
UNF’s vision is to offer innovative education and research for a digital world.
Primary Purpose
As the Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring financial transactions are recorded appropriately and that financial operations are running optimally. We need someone detail-oriented and proficient in the full cycle of accounting. As a key member of the finance team, you will contribute to the university's mission by optimizing financial resources, implementing best practices, and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Specific Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant position is responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned.
- Record transactions in the full cycle accounting process including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger and billing
- Record month end journal entries and prepare monthly reconciliations
- Prepare financial statements and reporting packages
- Become a subject matter expert on our Student Information System as it applies to Finance and our Finance ERP
- Analyze internal controls and processes and optimize results
- Be a key member in implementing new projects
- Liaising with other departments when required
- Prepare month end and year-end working papers and take a leadership role in audit and financial reporting requirements
- Work with the Senior Financial Analyst to prepare backup and reporting for analysis
- Special projects as requested
Position Requirements
To be successful in the Senior Accountant position, an individual must possess, and be committed to developing, maintaining, and demonstrating the following:
- Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in financial software applications and advanced ability in Excel
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Ellucian Colleague or Sage Intacct is considered an asset
- Experience working in a post-secondary environment, considered an asset
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years in accounting, budgeting, and financial management
- Pursuing or in the process of obtaining a CPA certification is a plus
Diversity, inclusion and equity
The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.
We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, please advise jobs@unfc.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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