Part Time Financial Officer

**About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. **About Us**: The Department of Medicine possesses a strong track record of academic excellence. We attract the best and brightest students, residents, and fellows, because of our excellent faculty and staff, innovative teaching methods and diverse learning experiences in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Our faculty and trainees are passionate about ensuring the consistent delivery of patient centered care, including safety and quality. We are part of a larger healthcare system that works to deliver the health solutions that people require in London and Southwestern Ontario. The Department of Medicine works closely with academic hospitals, the Southwest Local Health Integrated Network and community physicians and partners to achieve accessible and sustainable healthcare for all. **Responsibilities**: - The Part Time Financial Officer oversees and allocates work assignments and functions to support a program, research project, department or other business unit. The incumbent will participate in the development of processes, provide expertise in response to client needs, and offer support and advice for process improvements or modified client services. The Part Time Financial Officer will support the implementation of a variety of strategies, systems and procedures. The incumbent will serve as a principal source of information regarding administrative functions, and will monitor, provide analysis, information and reports for review and forecasting. The Part Time Financial Officer will also participate in hiring, developing, scheduling and overseeing staff.**Qualifications**: **Education**: - Undergraduate Degree in Business Management/Administration **Experience**: - 5 years' of administrative, human resources, and/or financial experience - Experience managing staff and projects; experience with strategy implementation and operationalization preferred Skills, Abilities & Expertise: - Knowledge of general office procedures - Familiarity with best practices for assessing, developing and implementing new business processes and procedures - Familiarity with financial budgeting and principles - Familiarity with Human Resources principles and practices - In-depth knowledge of best practices in building a strong collaborative team and leading people - Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred - Analytical skills in the areas of financial and business management to draft proposals, forecast expenses and monitor other relevant outcomes - Ability to effectively drive and manage change initiatives that align with organizational strategies and/or provide opportunities to increase efficiency - Ability to foster collaboration and respect among team members - Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity - Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner - Ability to promote individual growth by encouraging others to learn new skills and develop themselves - A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills - Ability to quickly re-allocate resources and adjust priorities in response to unexpected events or changing circumstances - Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite - Ability to organize and effectively manage financial and human resources needed to achieve results - Project management skills to ensure team roles are clear, milestones are communicated and deadlines are met - Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner - Ability to develop strategies that are in line with the University's mission and which balance competing priorities Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English. **Western Values Diversity**: **Please Note**: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.