Lead, Finance & Operations - CIHR (Research Institute)

McGill University Health Centre; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute in Montreal seeks an operational and financial manager for the Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health (ICRH). The role involves overseeing financial processes, operational management, and strategic planning to ensure the institute's success. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, strategic oversight capabilities, and experience in managing budgets in a research setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial processes, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze financial data.
• Experience in managing operations within a research or academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial processes for ICRH, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate ICRH operations and assist in developing operational policies.
• Develop and implement financial and operational strategies to support ICRH goals.

Skills

Financial Management

Strategic Planning

Data Analysis

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
The Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health (ICRH) is one of the thirteen virtual institutes of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). It is based out of The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre in Montréal (RI-MUHC).

ICRH has a broad mandate and supports strategic research activities that engage research teams from multiple institutions and organizations across Canada to conduct research into causes, mechanisms, prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, support systems, and palliation for a wide range of conditions associated with the heart, lung, brain (stroke), blood, blood vessels, critical care and sleep. ICRH has a focus on strengthening Indigenous health research within our mandate and strives for respectful partnerships with Indigenous Peoples. The Institute is also committed to the values and principles of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across all aspects of its activities. The RI-MUHC and ICRH within CIHR foster personal growth with opportunities for advancement and continued professional development.

Reporting directly to the Scientific Director (SD) and the Associate Director (AD), the incumbent will lead and oversee financial and operational aspects of the CIHR-ICRH, ensuring its financial health and smooth day-to-day operations. The incumbent acts as the first of contact for ICRH’ strategic planning, reporting activities, budget management, logistics and process improvement. The incumbent liaises with internal and external stakeholders and makes proactive decisions to optimize ICRH operational and financial activities.

General Duties
Financial Management (40%)
o Oversee all financial processes, including accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting,
o Analyze financial data, forecast financial needs, and make recommendations for improvement,
o Ensure compliance with CIHR/RI-MUHC financial regulations, policies and reporting requirements,
o Responsible for invoicing, payment requisitions, transfer agreements, contracts, memorandum of understanding,
o Update working budget, track actual spending and financial projections,
o Provide strategic advices related to ICRH investments, commitments, recruitment, and resources allocations,
o Prepare financial reports and budgets for management and/or stakeholders,
o Communicate financial and operational performance to key stakeholders,
o Work with other departments to ensure alignment and collaboration,

Operational Management (30%)
o Plan, coordinate and manage ICRH operations, including staff meetings, resources, and processes,
o Assist the AD in developing and implementing internal operational policies and procedures,
o Provide strategic advice to improve team operational efficiency and effectiveness,
o Ensure adherence to quality standards, policies, and regulations,
o Assist in managing projects related to ICRH awards and prizes including Early Career Investigators Awards, Scholarship/Studentship Awards, Travel Awards.

Strategic Planning 20%
o Develop and implement financial and operational strategies to support ICRH's goals,
o Assist with assessment of ICRH economical impact and environmental scan to identify opportunities and threats,
o Provide strategic advices and recommendations in the development of Research Priority Plan,
o Participate in the development-implementation of ICRH Business Case aiming at operationalize and implementing strategic priorities.

Other tasks 10%
o Help with event planning and logistics,
o Perform other duties as assigned.