Financial Analyst III

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground-breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world

Union: Non-Union
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Department of Medical Oncology
Reports to: Sr. Manager
Work Model: On-site
Grade: N0:08
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $76,655- $95,823 per annum: to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
Shifts: Monday - Friday
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: November 30, 2024

Position Summary:

The Financial Analyst III (FAIII) performs a wide range of professional accounting activities requiring application of an advanced professional and competent knowledge of accounting concepts, principles and practices. The FAIII will be a key support to the Principal Investigators and Sr. Research Program Manager within the Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Oncology programs at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre/UHN in the analysis, reporting, reconciliation of the financial activities related to clinical trials, programmatic initiatives, grants and philanthropy. This position requires an action-oriented individual, with an accounting background, strong technical skills, good business acumen, demonstrated problem solving capabilities and a good understanding of accounting principles. The ideal candidate possesses the ability to work with individuals from other areas to achieve objectives combined with analytical and problem solving skills, an eye for detail, the ability to and initiative to follow up on items, or determine appropriate steps for timely resolution.

Duties:

• General ledger and account reconciliation
• Generating/receiving invoices to/from sponsors and collaborators
• Monitoring interdepartmental cost recoveries
• Managing internal and external funding MOUs
• Assisting with budget creation of investigator initiated clinical trials, grants and donor funded initiatives
• Program-level financial planning
• Supervision of other financial staff/growing the team
• Coordinating the preparation and analysis schedules, statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Other tasks as assigned and adhoc requests, which may include, but are not limited to, developing accounting system for clinical trials, contributing to business cases for program expansion/consolidation etc., or participating on special committees

• At minimum, completion of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent program, required
• Five years practical and related experience required
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience required, preferably in health care field
• Some experience at working in a costing environment preferred
• Working towards completion of a professional accounting program (e.g., CPA), or relevant combination of education and experience, preferred
• Preferably with a CMA or CGA, (currently studying for the final exams for either is acceptable)
• MBA/MHA preferred
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, and or research funding
• Expert knowledge of Excel; strong knowledge of PowerPoint
• Familiarity with UHN Research Finance systems preferred
• Familiarity with UHN Foundation and Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation finance systems preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player
• Experience with financial modeling, financial and cost accounting and with analyzing and interpreting large quantities of financial and statistical data; systems thinker
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand.

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.