Accountant - Competition ID: 4188

Job description
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID: 4188
Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 1
Salary Information: 10 – Administrative Salary Grid - $85,711 to $125,709
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group: Administration/Management
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We are currently seeking an Accountant to join our Finance team. (6 months - Temporary)

Job Overview

The Accountant reports to the Director Financial Services (Operations and Systems)

The primary function of the Accountant is to support the development, implementation, maintenance, evaluation and improvement of budget, planning (including enrolment planning), forecasting, performance management, capital, and financial systems functions in accordance with KPU policies, collective agreements and statutory requirements. The Accountant manages and coordinates special projects in support of KPU’s strategic initiatives. This role is responsible for the staff performing planning, budgeting, monitoring and financial reporting functions to support Faculties/divisions as well as University-wide analysis. The duties of this position frequently involve issues and data of a sensitive nature and are often undertaken in an environment of changing priorities and external influences. The Accountant has University-wide responsibilities and accountability.

Focus of the work will be less on budget analysis and producing financial reports but analyzing and reviewing the accounts, accounting and processes mainly used by Financial Operations, including those involving A/P, A/R, taxes, cash management and related projects.

Education And Experience
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation in good standing is required, however candidates working towards the CPA designation or candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience will be considered;
• Minimum of two years progressive experience including supervisory and/or managerial experience, as well as a demonstrated ability of effective team management and change implementation, resulting in improvements to service quality, staff productivity and systems efficiency;
• Minimum of three years relevant experience in financial budgeting, program costing, budget/financial modeling, reporting, administration and assurance, and working with integrated computerized systems;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong focus on customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Proven ability to exercise tact and diplomacy, confidentiality, and conflict resolution skills.
• Have an understanding of and respect for the diverse values and culture of a university environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures and financial reporting practices.
• Demonstrated ability to summarize and present complex financial data in an organized and concise manner.
• Strong computer skills, proficiency with spreadsheet programs, and demonstrated ability to use various financial software packages and databases to perform financial analyses and develop reports.
• Ability to travel between campuses is required.

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Salary Information

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Read more