2526-252 - Research Financial Coordinator (TS15) - Central Office

Operational SupportResearch Financial Coordinator (TS15)Education,Central OfficeHalifax, Nova ScotiaDepartment of Applied Research2 Continuing Full Time Positions: Commencing approximately 17 Nov 2025Application deadline is 11:59 PM, November 11, 2025Competition No. 2526-252Salary range: $56,945.12 to $67,195.41 annually Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager, Applied Research, this position is responsible for the post-award financial tracking and management of Applied Research and Innovation projects. The incumbent will be assigned to a portfolio of research projects (incl. Tri-Agency-funded grants), supporting all financial administration aspects of a research project's life cycle to ensure compliance with funder and NSCC policies, guidelines, and deadlines. This includes the following:Managing the day-to-day financial administrative requirements for all research projects including maintaining financial project files to ensure comprehensive, current, and accurate budget position at all times·Supporting project leads with the purchasing of research equipment, employment of personnel, eligible and ineligible expenditures, as well as applicable NSCC/funder policies, procedures, and guidelines; Reviewing project expenses to ensure that all regulatory requirements (incl. industry partners, NSCC, and funding agencies) are metMonitoring & notifying project leads of project end dates, milestones, and reporting deadlinesReconciling & analyzing project accounts to monitor the projects' overall budget position and cash flowDeveloping forecasts of project spending: Communicating regularly with project leads about account balances and the availability of funds; Alerting project teams to anticipated issues, making recommendations to avoid projected over- or under-spendingPreparing financial paperwork and budget reports, including preparing funders' interim and final financial reports and claims as required as well as preparing year-end reporting and other financial documentation as required Qualifications Qualifications and Occupational Experience:The minimum educational qualification for this position is a diploma or certificate in business, accounting or a related field. A Research Administration Certificate is considered an asset.You have a minimum of 3 years of recent and related occupational experience with accounting principles.Direct experience in administering external grant funding and working with research administration policies & procedures in an academic research environment is preferred.Familiarity with Tri-Agency guidelines (e.g., TAGFA, Responsible Conduct of Research) is a strong asset.You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, and web-based applications. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and COGNOS is considered an asset.You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your workRelevant Skills and KnowledgeYou demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racismYou possess excellent interpersonal skills and can interact at all levels of an organizationYou are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interactionYour superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environmentYou have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in research administration and accounting principles, including grant administration processes, policies, and procedures (e.g., project accounting, budgeting and projection, financial monitoring and analysis).You have a strong understanding of the terms and conditions of research grants and contracts to accurately apply guidelines and ensure regulatory compliance. Appreciation for research in an educational environment and an understanding of its complexities and challenges.You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skillsYou are a strong communicatorYou possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet critical deadlinesYou have proven records and information management skills and abilities , including an above-average attention to detail for ensuring comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date project files)You have strong project management skills, including an above-average ability to balance and manage multiple competing priorities from a variety of research administration areasYou demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence for ensuring strong compliance with industry, NSCC, and funder regulations and requirementsYou are dedicated to life-long learning, including staying abreast of research funders' ever-evolving funding opportunities and associated requirements, policies, and processes About Nova Scotia Community College We value Diversity and InclusionThe College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.NSCC is organized into five campus regions and three stand-alone campuses. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning CentreNorthern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning CentreMetro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT CampusSouthwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning CentreValley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)Stand-Alone Campuses:Ivany CampusSydney Waterfront CampuseCampusAll NSCC positions are advertised every Tuesday and Thursday. To learn more about us and our hiring process, please follow this link. Other Information Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at nikki.berrigan@nscc.ca. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: https://www.nscc.ca/about/publications/policies-procedures/policies/employee-workplace-accommodations-policy.aspUnfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.