Analyst, Project Maintenance, VP Finance

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Calgary invites applications for two Full-time Analyst (Project Maintenance) positions in the Financial Reporting Operations team. The analysts will lead PPA reporting, leveraging PeopleSoft data and Power BI, and ensure timely and accurate financial records for federal grants.

The roles require CPA designation (or CPA-Canada PEP progress), 3+ years of relevant accounting/financial analysis experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• CPA designation and related university degree.
• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards is an asset.
• Three+ years of progressively responsible accounting and financial analysis experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, data warehousing and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of Project Maintenance support to stakeholders.
• Act as Operational Lead for PPA reporting.
• Provide timely financial information from PeopleSoft data warehouse.
• Deliver financial reporting in Project Costing and BI marts.
• Advise on policies and procedures to ensure compliant records.
• Document reporting processes and prepare working papers.

Skills

Financial analysis

PeopleSoft

Power BI

Data warehousing

ERP proficiency

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation

University degree in business/finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Financial Reporting Operations within VP Finance is currently seeking two (2) Full-time Limited Term Analyst(s), Project Maintenance for approximately 24 months.

This position would be the operational lead for the reporting process related to the Provincial Priorities Act (PPA). PPA requires public post-secondary institutions to provide the Minister of Advanced Education with any information specified by the Minister in respect of an agreement with a federal entity.

This position is expected to deal with shifting priorities and operate in a highly complex environment with multiple and competing deadlines. Individuals must be able to act independently and solve complex business issues while demonstrating flexibility and strong financial analysis skills. This position is required to manage own delivery of work as well as the service delivery of the team.

The Financial Analyst, Project Maintenance reports to the Manager, Project Maintenance. The Analyst position will play a key role in the reporting process for federal grants.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• This key position coordinates the delivery of Project Maintenance support to various stakeholders, while adhering to and promoting strong internal control and best practices
• Will provide support with all finance aspects of PPA. The Analyst will be the Operational Lead for the PPA Reporting process
• Provide accurate, timely, and relevant information using PeopleSoft data warehouse and business intelligence tools
• Provide financial reporting services to ensure insight and assistance with maintaining the accurate and timely financial reporting records within the Project Costing module of PeopleSoft Financials and Power BI finance marts
• Provide advice, interpretation and guidance to the University financial community to ensure all financial records are updated in compliance with appropriate accounting policies and procedures
• Documentation of reporting systems and processes and special projects. This may require preparation of working papers and schedules, activity summaries, variance and comparative analysis and reconciliations

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and a related University degree, in business, finance, accounting or a related field. Individuals in the CPA Canada PEP program may be considered
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Sector Accounting Standards would be an asset
• Three or more years of work experience in progressively more responsible role performing various accounting functions including financial analysis
• Strong attention to detail, interpersonal skills and capable of building and maintaining productive and supportive working relationships
• Proficient user of computer software applications, including large integrated enterprise resource planning systems, data warehousing, and business intelligence tools
• Consistent demonstration of the following skills
  • Ability to coach and support others
  • Innovative and creative thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Strategic and critical thinking
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills
  • Sound judgement and decision making
  • Ability to exercise influence and support change
• Strong communication skills and customer service ethic is required, as a great deal of time is spent providing advice and interpretation of policies and procedures as they relate to projects
• Accuracy is paramount as there is a high impact of errors as inaccurate advice or information could have serious consequences to customers and/or the reputation of the University. Professional judgment in reviewing own work and the work of team members is required

Application Deadline:

October 23, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 3.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands‑on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start‑ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

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