Campus Finance Accountant – Facilities & Projects

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Victoria’s Facilities Management seeks an Accountant to provide professional financial, budgeting, and accounting support for operations and capital projects. You will ensure accuracy of financial transactions and compliance with university policies and funding agreements.

The role reports to the Director of Finance & Administration and partners with directors, managers and project teams to optimize budgets and financial reporting across campus facilities.

Qualifications

• This position requires an undergraduate degree and the prerequisites toward a CPA designation, with completion within 3–4 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and PSAS.
• Experience in a large, diverse accounting environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides financial analysis, forecasting, budget development and monitoring.
• Supports capital projects accounting and financial reporting for operational and strategic decisions.
• Reviews journal entries, advises on accounting treatments and supports year-end processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree

CPA designation in progress

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Job description

University of Victoria’s Facilities Management seeks an Accountant to provide professional financial, budgeting, and accounting support for operations and capital projects. You will ensure accuracy of financial transactions and compliance with university policies and funding agreements.

The role reports to the Director of Finance & Administration and partners with directors, managers and project teams to optimize budgets and financial reporting across campus facilities.