Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Accounting, Level D Job Title Senior Financial Analyst Department Financial Reporting | Office of the Comptroller | VP Finance and Operations Compensation Range $7,622.83 - $11,886.67 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and 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 midpoint of the salary range for a job. Posting End Date October 27, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Ongoing At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Description Summary The Senior Financial Analyst is part of VP Finance and Operations (FRO), in the Financial Reporting group. This position prepares the University s consolidated quarterly financial statements, regulatory submission and various annual regulatory reporting requirements. This position also prepares the audited annual financial statements and the related note disclosures and advises auditors regarding information requests, this includes: the preparation of complex analysis to explain variances, investigate exceptions, assess correct accounting treatment and identifying process improvements. The Senior Financial Analyst will develop and implement new policies and procedures to improve financial management and business processes throughout the portfolio. Organizational Status The Senior Financial Analyst reports to the Associate Director of Financial Reporting. Work is done in collaboration with Research and Trust Accounting, Budget and Planning Office, Financial Operations, IT Services, Internal Audit, provincial and federal governments, and external auditors. Work Performed - Manage the daily, monthly, and annual accounting processes and year end activities.. - Perform ad hoc analysis of complex reporting issues for the UBC organization as a whole, involving multiple entities. Provide executive summaries of results and recommendations for decision making. - Lead business or system process reengineering as required to improve efficiency or in response to legislative or regulatory changes. - Review and develop financial systems, business process, dataflow, and training to improve the administration of financial accounting . - Provide insight to senior management into significant financial risks and make practical recommendations to reduce risk, improve performance, and increase management confidence. Provide solutions to effectively manage change, combat employee resistance, and build executive support for projects. - Analyze complex accounts on a quarterly basis, results submitted internally and externally. - Responsible for the review and analysis of the quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports. The review includes an analytical review of the accuracy of the actual data and projections and the identification of: variances from budget; action items for the management team, red flags, growth areas, etc. - Provide expert advice, guidance and direction in complex areas to the Financial Reporting team in preparation and analysis of quarterly and annual financial statements and forecasts of the University. Activities include variance analysis, Board Submission presentations, report generation, researching and answering audit queries. - Provide expert advice, guidance and direction to the Budget Office in the annual budget process and ongoing forecast of the University. This involves working closely with the Budget Office as assigned to help the university community properly use the system and extract reports. - As a functional lead, develop new innovative and update existing processes and reports in the University financial system (PeopleSoft) and budgeting system (Hyperion) in response to user requirements. - Develop and supports reporting requirements related to PeopleSoft Query, PeopleSoft nVision, Hyperion Financial Reporting, Hyperion SmartView with Management Reporting team. - Keep current on regulatory requirements of accounting standards and UBC Policy to effectively advise and guide units. - Liaise with external auditors, province and the Office of the Comptroller General. - Perform other duties assigned as required. Consequence of Error/Judgement Accounting errors could cause serious inaccuracies in the University s records perhaps resulting in errors in the financial statements. Due to the senior level of this position, financial statement errors could lead to incorrect decisions by the executive and the Board and could damage the reputation of the University, adversely affecting its ability to raise funds. A high degree of judgment, technical expertise and strategic thinking is required. Supervision Received Works with a high degree of independence under the broad direction of the Associate Director of Financial Reporting. Supervision Given Provide training to the Finance and external departments as required. Minimum Qualifications - Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own - Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and completion of the CPA Accounting program (CA, CGA or CMA).A minimum of 7 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.At least 7 years of accounting experience. Supervisory or training experience an asset. Proven experience in performing complex data analysis, analyzing business processes and implementing change in work processes.Supervisory or training experience an asset.Computer experience is required.Effective oral and written communication, problem identification, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills required.Ability to provide solutions to complex problems independently and to work in a deadline-driven environment.Must be able to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines.High degree of analytical accuracy, thoroughness, and dependability.Must be a team player and be highly self-motivated.Knowledge of computerized financial accounting systems.Excellent organizational skills. The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
