Finance Specialist

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
Reporting to Managing Director, the Finance Specialist collaborates with both the Head, the Managing Director and stakeholders in the system to realize the Department of Pediatrics and Child Health’s strategic and operational plans. The Finance Specialist is responsible for the specialized financial oversight of the Department of Pediatrics and Child Health accounts.

The incumbent provides CPA designation level accounting expertise in the broad areas of Budget Management, Reporting and Analysis, Projections/Forecasting, Policies and Procedures, Audit/Authorization Controls, Strategic Planning and Ad Hoc Financial Projects. The incumbent is responsible for coordination of a diverse portfolio of funding including Operating, Research, and Trust Funding within the University of Manitoba; Overhead Funding within the University Medical Group; Program, Research and Other Special Purpose Funding within HSC; and aspects of Medical Remuneration Funding within WRHA. The incumbent is responsible for reconciling the contracts/agreements with Physicians, Doctor’s Manitoba, MSAS, PARIM, CancerCare, Manitoba Justice, MD Practice Solutions, UMFA and CHRIM, as it relates to physician and UMFA Member’s pay.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:
Completion of formal accounting designation (CPA) is preferred and a minimum of 3 years of related experience in a senior finance role required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: September 19, 2024**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

Pay: $51,560.60-$72,672.60 per year

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-10-07