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About the Position

Position : Senior Accountant, 18 months contract

Location : Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Work arrangement : Hybrid, 3-4 days onsite

Reports To : Finance Supervisor

Reason for vacancy : Leave cover

Expected hiring salary range : $61,000 up to $78,000 annually. Offered salary will be determined through an internal review process.

Primary Purpose

As Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring financial transactions are recorded appropriately and that financial operations are running optimally. You will be detail‑oriented, proficient in the full cycle of accounting, and will help the university optimize its financial resources, implement best practices, and maintain fiscal responsibility.

Specific Responsibilities

• Record transactions in the full cycle accounting process including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and billing.
• Record month‑end journal entries and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and reporting packages.
• Become a subject‑matter expert on our Student Information System as it applies to Finance and our Finance ERP.
• Analyze internal controls and processes and optimize results.
• Play a key role in implementing new projects.
• Liaise with other departments when required.
• Prepare month‑end and year‑end working papers and take a leadership role in audit and financial reporting requirements.
• Work with the Senior Financial Analyst to prepare backup and reporting for analysis.
• Participate in special projects as requested.

Position Requirements

Use of AI Disclosure

University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process. While AI tools assist us in identifying and communicating with candidates, applications are reviewed by our dedicated Talent Acquisition team to ensure a thorough evaluation of all candidates.

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed. We comply with all relevant laws and regulations in Ontario and adhere to the highest standards of ethical hiring. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring that all data collected during the recruitment process is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

Diversity, inclusion and equity

The University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially invites applications from all qualified candidates. Racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas are encouraged to apply.

We recognize that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and / or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, UNF will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process. Please advise jobs@unfc.com to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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