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Financial AssistantSimon Fraser University • Burnaby, CA
Financial Assistant

Financial Assistant

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Union/Affiliation: C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range: $2,017.59 to $2,283.96 bi-weekly SFU Department Descr: Department of Chemistry
Position Grade: 7
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 70

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Department of Chemistry is driven by research and our students to work alongside the core goals of the university. The administrative team at the department of Chemistry provide essential support to our students, Research Assistants, Postdoctoral Fellows, Faculty and Staff. Our administrative team provides diverse support for our department on finance, operations, communications and logistics to ensure that our researchers can focus on their objectives.

About the Role

Provides administrative, clerical, and financial assistance to the Manager, Academic and Administrative Services and the Department of Chemistry by processing work orders, cheque requisitions, journal vouchers, and budget transfers; producing reports for all operating and grant accounts; and processing travel and business expense claim forms for faculty, staff, students and guests. Reconciles the department's monthly operating accounts; monitors budgets and expenditures; prepares deposits, journal vouchers, and invoices; and administers petty cash. Assists the Manager with processing research and teaching assistant appointments and ensures submissions meet University regulations, granting agency guidelines and payroll requirements.

Qualifications

High school and one year of post-secondary education, including formal training in bookkeeping/accounting procedures, spreadsheet, word processing and database applications, and office practices. 3 years of related experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

  • 55 wpm keyboarding skills with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Excellent knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
  • Good knowledge of manual and computerized record keeping systems and concepts.
  • Good knowledge of standard office practices, methods and equipment.
  • Good knowledge of university policies and procedures.
  • Ability to use word processing, database, electronic mail and enterprise level financial information applications (e.g., Word, FileMaker Pro, SFU Connect, PeopleSoft, SIMS, FAST, FINS) at an intermediate level.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic calculations up to and including percentages with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize work.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
  • Ability to maintain records with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions and/or multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative.
  • Ability to handle confidential /sensitive material with discretion.
  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work additional hours as required.
  • Ability to lift, move or carry equipment or materials up to 10 kg.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

  • 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
  • Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
  • On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
  • Funding for professional development expenses*
  • And more!

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

For external candidates, the starting salary is the first step of the salary range.

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