Financial Reporting Accountant - (01481.1)

Financial Reporting Accountant - (01481.1)

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Base pay range

CA$87,001.00 / yr - CA$99,151.00 / yr

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Are you a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys being a trusted resource to others? The Financial Reporting Accountant plays a central role in the day-to-day and strategic operations of Financial Services, supporting accurate reporting, system integrity, and continuous process improvement across the University. This role partners closely with campus stakeholders, external agencies, and the broader Financial Services team to deliver high-quality financial advice, ensure compliance, and support informed decision-making in a dynamic post-secondary setting.

Why TRU?

At Thompson Rivers University, we offer outstanding benefits—from generous vacation and leave options to employer paid comprehensive health coverage, pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

Why Kamloops?

Kamloops is one of the best cities to live in Canada! Situated in beautiful British Columbia’s southern interior, this sun-soaked city offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, affordability, and community spirit. With 2,000+ hours of sunshine each year, you can ski in the morning, bike in the afternoon, and unwind at a local winery or live music venue by evening. From hiking trails to art galleries, farmers’ markets to festivals, Kamloops offers big-city energy without the gridlock. It’s a welcoming, family‑friendly community with a lower cost of living and room to grow—personally and professionally.

General Accountability :

Plays a key role in the overall operations of the Financial Services department, providing support including day‑to‑day transactional processing / accounting, operational systems knowledge / integrity, and project implementation. Responsibilities include developing, improving, and managing operating processes and procedures for users, both internal and external to the department. Acts as a resource for both the Financial Services department, other departments on campus, students and external partners; in areas such as transactional accounting related functions, education and compliance specific to institutional and departmental level polices, and education and compliance specific to external regulations (GAAP, CRA). A high degree of professionalism and strict confidentiality is required, while providing exceptional customer service.

Organization and Structure :

The Financial Reporting Accountant, Financial Services, is the first point of contact for a diverse group of individuals and organizations, internal and external, specific to systems and accounting related issues.

The Financial Reporting Accountant will report to the Manager, Financial Reporting. This position works closely with other members of Financial Services team as well as University stakeholders.

Nature and Scope :

The scope of the position includes coordination of the full range of external / internal reporting, year‑end preparation, government and agency reporting and assist with the maintenance and integration of financial systems. The position will develop key internal and external relationships and assist in process reviews and general accounting functions.

Key to the success of the Financial Reporting Accountant is their ability to develop strategic partnerships, understanding the key challenges of the faculties, schools & departments and providing advice based on best practice. The incumbent requires a high degree of motivation, critical thinking, considerable independence, while exercising discretion and initiative, judgement, tact and diplomacy and well‑polished communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, the incumbent needs to have significant knowledge and experience in Canadian GAAP, financial reporting and business processes. Some experience in indirect tax would be beneficial.

The Financial Reporting Accountant provides comprehensive, strategic and operational advice, guidance and support in all facets of operations within a complex, multi‑system oriented environment. This role requires the ability to develop strategic partnerships, understand the key challenges of the University as well as the Financial Services department.

Major Responsibilities :

Contributes to financial planning and strategic direction of the University by :

• Assisting in implementing short and long‑range financial plans to optimize the University’s financial effectiveness in alignment with institutional strategic goals.
• Providing strategic advice on the effective and efficient use of financial and human resources that are consistent with organizational objectives.
• Monitoring relevant financial indicators as needed for the functional team.

Contributes to financial management of the University by :

Contributes to financial knowledge and understanding across the University by :

Reports to :

Manager, Financial Reporting

Qualifications

Professional Accounting Designation, in good standing (CPA or foreign equivalent as deemed by employer.)

7 years of progressive accounting experience in a computerized environment including experience in developing spreadsheets, analytical reports and financial statements.

Skills & Knowledge

Pay Band :

$87,001.00 - $99,151.00 (Admin Pay Band BH)

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment :

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Higher Education and Accounting

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