We are currently seeking an Accountant to join our Finance team. (6 months -
Temporary)
Job Overview
The Accountant reports to the Director Financial Services (Operations and
Systems)
The primary function of the Accountant is to support the development,
implementation, maintenance, evaluation and improvement of budget, planning
(including enrolment planning), forecasting, performance management, capital,
and financial systems functions in accordance with KPU policies, collective
agreements and statutory requirements. The Accountant manages and coordinates
special projects in support of KPU’s strategic initiatives. This role is
responsible for the staff performing planning, budgeting, monitoring and
financial reporting functions to support Faculties/divisions as well as
University-wide analysis. The duties of this position frequently involve issues
and data of a sensitive nature and are often undertaken in an environment of
changing priorities and external influences. The Accountant has University-wide
responsibilities and accountability.
Focus of the work: Analyzing and reviewing the accounts, accounting and
processes mainly used by Financial Operations, including those involving A/P,
A/R, taxes, cash management and related projects.
Education and Experience
- Chartered Professional Accountant designation in good standing is required,
however candidates working towards the CPA designation or candidates with an
equivalent combination of education, training and work experience will be
considered;
- Minimum of two years progressive experience including supervisory and/or
managerial experience, as well as a demonstrated ability of effective team
management and change implementation, resulting in improvements to service
quality, staff productivity and systems efficiency;
- Minimum of three years relevant experience in financial budgeting, program
costing, budget/financial modeling, reporting, administration and assurance,
and working with integrated computerized systems;
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong focus
on customer service.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees at all levels.
- Proven ability to exercise tact and diplomacy, confidentiality, and conflict
resolution skills.
- Have an understanding of and respect for the diverse values and culture of a
university environment.
- Strong knowledge of accounting procedures and financial reporting practices.
- Demonstrated ability to summarize and present complex financial data in an
organized and concise manner.
- Strong computer skills, proficiency with spreadsheet programs, and
demonstrated ability to use various financial software packages and databases
to perform financial analyses and develop reports.
- Ability to travel between campuses is required.
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a more detailed job description
*Salary Information
The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base
salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately
halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that
possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the
position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or
promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a
job with consideration given to internal equity.
