Finance Officer

2 weeks ago

Charlottetown, Canada University of Prince Edward Island Full time

The Comptroller’s Office is responsible for the financial oversight and management of the University including the operating budget, financial and taxation reporting, internal controls, financial systems, and financial policies and processes. As stewards of the University, the Office supports and promotes the University's mission by providing financial leadership and innovation in business strategy and processes.

The University of Prince Edward Island offers a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including vacation (23 days per year), University holidays, defined benefit pension plan, group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance, employee and family assistance plan, supplemental health and dental plan, health spending account, travel insurance, optional life and critical care insurance, self, spousal and dependent tuition waivers, access to the campus Health and Wellness Centre, and a hybrid work environment.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Working closely within the Comptroller’s Office team, as Finance Officer you will be responsible for:

- Financial analysis with attention to details and deadlines, including:

- Reconciliation and analysis of various accounts and cost centers
- Preparation of year-end working papers
- Provide support for various external audits
- Preparation of journal entries
- Supporting budget processes, including:

- Assist in development of University’s annual operating budget
- Ad hoc budget reporting for internal stakeholders
- Calculate salary and benefit projections
- Communicate with budget holders
- Preparation of budget adjustments
- Reviewing and working with relevant confidential and sensitive data
- Attentiveness to compliance regarding University policies and procedures, contracts, and internal and external restrictions on University funds
- Provide support to other Finance staff as requested
- Other related duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Successful completion of a two-year post-secondary program in accounting or office-related course work with related work experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written
- Detailed knowledge of and advanced experience in working with computerized accounting systems, spreadsheets, and database software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills- Experience in a University setting is not required but would be considered an asset

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