Grants Financial Analyst-Research Operations Service and Support

CAMH; Toronto; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Health and dental benefits

Vacation 4 weeks

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

CAMH, a leading teaching hospital and research institute affiliated with the University of Toronto, is seeking a Grants Financial Analyst for the Research Finance unit. The role focuses on grant activity closures, improving the internal billing process and automating reporting and monitoring deliverables.

You will work with internal departments, programs and management to drive special projects. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, 5 years of related experience (grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a recognized institution or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of related accounting and financial experience, preferably with grant management and/or non-profit experience.
• Familiar with GAAP and other financial standards, ideally in a PSAB environment an asset.
• Demonstrated business experience in financial reporting, financial statements preparation, financial analysis, reconciliations, general accounting processes and fiduciary requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem recognition and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Building working relationships with Principal Investigators, Scientists and their teams to perform end-of-grant processes.
• Preparing grant closeout functions required by Research Finance and external agencies including reconciliations, final invoices and zeroing out budgets.
• Conducting month end tasks, such as preparing journal entries related to internal billings and cost reallocations.
• Monitoring and managing the general Research Finance email inboxes.
• Updating activity attributes and budgets in Lawson.
• Updating list of deliverables for the Research Finance team.
• Assisting Accounts Receivable Department with collection on outstanding invoices issued by Research Finance.
• Developing additional analysis and reporting on a regular or ad-hoc basis to respond to funder and/or management requirements for timely, accurate and relevant financial information.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by management.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Excel

Lawson

Grant management

Communication

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Lawson Financial System

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Finance and Research Services the full-time permanent Grants Financial Analyst will assist with all aspects of financial support for the Research business unit within CAMH. The successful candidate will focus on special projects such as grant activity closures, improving the internal billing process and assisting in the process automation of reporting and monitoring Research Finance deliverables. The successful candidate will help ensure data integrity in the system by updating the activity attributes and budgets as required. The successful candidate will also work strategically with internal client departments, research programs and management to complete the assigned special projects.

Responsibilities

• Building working relationships with Principal Investigators, Scientists and their teams to perform end‑of‑grant processes
• Preparing grant closeout functions required by Research Finance and external agencies including reconciliations, final invoices and zeroing out budgets.
• Conducting specific month end tasks, such as preparing journal entries related to internal billings and cost reallocations
• Monitoring and managing the general Research Finance email inboxes
• Updating activity attributes and budgets in Lawson
• Updating list of deliverables for the Research Finance team
• Assisting Accounts Receivable Department with collection on outstanding invoices issued by Research Finance
• Supporting an environment that encourages best practices, high standards, and innovation.
• Developing additional analysis and reporting on a regular or ad‑hoc basis to respond to funder and/or management requirements for timely, accurate and relevant financial information.
• Other relevant duties as assigned by management.
• The successful candidate will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a recognized institution, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of related accounting and financial experience, preferably with grant management and/or non‑profit experience.
• Familiar with the application of GAAP and other financial standards, ideally in a PSAB environment an asset.
• Demonstrated business experience in financial reporting, financial statements preparation, financial analysis, reconciliations, general accounting processes and fiduciary requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem recognition and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to design, analyze, and prepare financial reports.
• Must be self‑motivated, proactive, and have demonstrated excellence in organizing and prioritizing workflow in a fast paced and high‑volume environment.
• Highly computer literate with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to liaise with internal and external departments.
• Strong relationship building and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in computerized accounting systems and software applications, with an aptitude for learning new computer applications quickly.
• Experience with Lawson Financial Systems is an asset.
• Record of work accuracy and timeliness under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates the ability and interest in working with a diverse team in an environment that values diversity and equity.
• Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $85,682.95 – $107,103.68per year.
• Employees in this role may progress within the full pay range of $85,682.95 – $128,524.42 per year
• CAMH’s Total Rewards: Includes participation in HOOPP defined benefit pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation starting at 4 weeks, flexible work arrangements, and ongoing professional development support.

This role allows professionals to apply their expertise in a mission‑driven environment dedicated to public health outcomes.

Company Overview

CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.

CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.

CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

Company Overview (French)

CAMH est un hôpital universitaire et un institut de recherche pleinement affiliés à l'Université de Toronto. En tant qu'employé de CAMH, vous contribuerez à notre mission en soutenant l'enseignement, la recherche et les soins cliniques à travers l'hôpital.

CAMH est dédié à l'équité, à la diversité et à l'inclusion. Notre engagement est de favoriser un environnement de travail, d'enseignement et d'apprentissage qui soit inclusif, respectueux et exempt de discrimination ou de harcèlement.

CAMH encourage fortement les candidatures de candidats qui reflètent la diversité des communautés que nous servons, y compris les Premières Nations, les Métis et les Inuits; les communautés noires et autres communautés racialisées; les communautés LGBTQ2S+; les femmes; et les personnes en situation de handicap, y compris celles ayant une expérience vécue des défis en matière de santé mentale et d'usage de substances.

Nous accueillons les candidatures de toutes origines. Merci à tous ceux qui postulent ; cependant, seuls les candidats sélectionnés pour un entretien seront contactés. Si vous avez besoin d'aménagements pendant le processus de candidature ou de recrutement, veuillez nous en informer.

About Us

Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health.

To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at: www.camh.ca .

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