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Job Type: Temporary Full Time
Organizational Department: Employee Group
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Job Description:
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute (LTRI) is seeking a Senior Research Accountant to join our team. The Senior Research Accountant performs a wide range of professional accounting activities requiring competent knowledge of accounting concepts, principles and practices. The position requires independent work under broad direction and within the established accounting systems to handle specialized assignments including compliance reporting required by granting agencies. The Senior Research Accountant works as part of the team ensuring quality, accuracy and timeliness of financial information provided to various stakeholders both external and internal including the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and Sinai Health.
About The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute:
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute of Sinai Health, a University of Toronto affiliated research centre, is one of the world's leading centres in biomedical research. With ground-breaking discoveries in research areas such as diabetes, genetic disorders, cancer and women's and infants' health, the Institute is committed to excellence in health research and the training of young investigators. Strong partnerships with the clinical programs of Sinai Health System ensure that scientific knowledge is used to promote human health. Your significant contributions will assist in maintaining our momentum in advancing our research.
In this role you will:
- Manage complex projects and infrastructure programs from Federal and Provincial Government, international and other granting agencies.
- Assist with budget preparation for initial grant application and subsequent multi-year forecasts.
- Coordinate external grant audits required by funding agencies.
- Generate periodic financial statements for management review and subsequent submission to external granting agencies.
- Perform analysis on a regular basis for assigned Principal Investigators' grants portfolio.
- Monitor research project activity to ensure compliance with grant agreements, funding agency policy, procedures and guidelines.
- Prepare regular grant account reconciliations and review assigned grants net position.
- Assist research scientists and institute administrators with the review of grant account statements.
- Grant/Cost centre set-up and subsequent maintenance: validity, grant budget update and monthly adjustment.
- Prepare month-end closing reconciliations; assist with other month-end closing procedures; analysis and review of balance sheet accounts.
- Inter-company reconciliation and billings, processing of quarterly/annual consolidated grant payments and overhead entries.
- Prepare billings to granting agencies and follow-up on accounts receivable.
- Liaison with internal/external clients as required.
- Mentor and coach junior staff in Finance Research, act as resource to them.
- Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Completion of University or College Degree in business or accounting.
- CPA designation required (CA, CMA, CGA).
- Experience working in Not-for-Profit, hospital, health care or other research/multi-project setting is an asset.
- Working knowledge of GAAP.
- Understanding of Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and requirements preferred, but not strictly required.
- Strong understanding of internal control procedures and restricted funding.
- Demonstrated experience in budget control, forecasting and the preparation of compliance financial reports and analysis.
- Experience in the preparation of reports and presentations to senior management.
- Proven advanced experience in using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access software programs.
- Direct hands-on experience with enterprise-wide financial systems, preferably SAP.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
- Superior analytical, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills with the ability to interact, work and communicate effectively with stakeholders, senior management and staff at all organizational levels.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance record.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to: LTRI Posting
We thank all candidates for applying. Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with Institute's policy and legislated health and safety requirements, employment is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training. Successful candidates will be required to provide two (2) written reference letters from their former employer(s)/supervisor(s).
The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute is a scent sensitive environment, and all members of the community are expected to refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at the Institute. We also support a barrier-free workplace supported by the Institute's accessibility plan, accommodation and disability management policies and procedures. Should you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, including accessible job postings, please contact the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Human Resources Department.
Open Date: 4/9/2025
Posting Deadline: 4/27/2025
All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.
Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.
Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women's and infants' health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.
As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email ***************@sinaihealth.ca.
