Research Finance Business Manager

University Health Network; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Health Network is seeking a Research Finance Business Manager for a temporary full-time role. This position entails overseeing grant accounts, providing financial oversight, and leading operational planning in one of Canada's leading healthcare research environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, proven leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Benefits

Competitive offer packages

Government organization benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' related experience in a complex organization.
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning and budgeting in a healthcare environment.
• Proven experience in establishing strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup and administration of grant accounts.
• Provide financial oversight and tactical business support.
• Drive continuous process improvements for resource stewardship.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Education

University degree in business

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

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Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Job Description

Union: Non-union

Site: Hydro Place - 700 University Avenue

Department: Research Financial Services

Reports to: Senior Director

Work Model: Hybrid

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Status: Temporary, Full-Time (12 month contract)

Closing Date: June 20, 2025

Position Summary

Research Financial Services is looking for an experienced professional to backfill the key role of Financial Business Manager during a scheduled leave. Reporting to the Senior Director, the Finance Business Manager performs a broad scope of activities requiring contract and grant funder knowledge, project oversight and accounting experience.

Duties

• Oversee the set up and administrative function of the Research Directorate’s 6,000+ grant accounts and provide support to the grant applications process
• Provide appropriate guidance on account and cost centre classifications to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory requirements and GAAP
• Provide financial oversight, tactical business support, and lead the operational planning and forecasting for UHN’s six Research Institutes, and multiple lines of business
• Perform financial review of all large donations to research to ensure adequate consideration for organizational costs and proper set up of account types
• Deliver exemplary customer service and monitor performance, whilst ensuring business adherence to appropriate financial policies, procedures and practice
• Drive continuous process improvements to ensure efficient use and stewardship of resources and effective use of technology
• Develop financial models for allocations of departmental or organizational expenses to Research Institutes
• Provide leadership and coaching to a highly motivated team of analysts within Research Financial Services
• Preparation and/or review of financial reports, as required
• Contribute to the broader Hospital and Research Institute mandates and enable best practices through participation in enterprise wide committees and external groups
  
  
  

Qualifications

• A university degree in business (or related discipline) from a recognized and accredited educational institution
• A minimum of five years' related experience in a complex organization
• Demonstrates strong leadership and motivational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner, as well as effectively in a team environment
• In-depth knowledge of financial planning and budgeting in a healthcare environment
• Working knowledge of research funding and grants are an asset
• Proven experience establishing strong, collaborative working relationships in a complex, multi-stakeholder organization
• Experience with process analysis, re-engineering and implementing efficiency improvements
• Demonstrates composure under pressure/stressful conditions and ability to meet multiple and competing deadlines
• Excellent analytical, problem recognition and problem-solving skills, and change-oriented
• Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive financial and clinical data and information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, extensive knowledge of Access and Excel, experience in SAP an asset
• Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent is an asset
• Familiarity with granting agency processes and contracts is an asset
  
  
  

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
  
  
  

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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