Financial Analyst (Student Services)

Position Summary

Are you a skilled financial services leader ready to oversee student and external accounts receivable while managing a team and ensuring accurate financial operations? Join us as our new Financial Analyst (Student Services)! Under the direction of the Director, Executive Reporting Services, this position ensures the accounts receivable team delivers exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and external parties by accurately, promptly, and courteously handling the collection, application, deposit, adjustment, and refund of funds.

What You'll Do

Student Accounts Receivable Area

• Supervise, train, and evaluate accounts receivable staff while coordinating invoicing, collection, receipt, and adjustment of student tuition and fees.
• Oversee daily cash balancing, assess late payment fees, and manage collections for overdue accounts.
• Work with students to establish payment arrangements and process bankruptcies, scholarships, and tax forms.
• Test system upgrades affecting student accounts and assist in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures.

External Accounts Receivable Area

• Supervise the external accounts receivable clerk, supporting vendor and on-campus staff interactions, and overseeing delinquent account management and write-offs.
• Prepare and monitor aged accounts receivable reports, assist with vendor statements, and maintain the external invoicing system.
• Approve cash receipts and student adjustments, create and test system codes, and maintain financial security protocols.
• Represent Financial Services on committees, act as a signing officer for cheques, and provide resource support to all university departments.
• Assist in preparing working papers for financial statements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Be ready to take on additional related tasks as assigned - your role is dynamic and essential to our success!

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to creating a better environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• Professional Growth: We support your development, offering opportunities for advancement and learning.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and know your personal life is most important!
• Dynamic and Inclusive Workplace: We value diversity and inclusivity. You'll be part of a team that celebrates different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, making every day an opportunity for personal growth.
• Innovation Culture: We encourage fresh ideas and innovative thinking.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation package and benefits to reward your talent. A few of the benefits include Health/Dental/Vision Benefits, flexible spending account, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and much more!

Position Requirements

What You'll Bring to this Position:

• Bachelor's Degree in Administration or Commerce
• Five years of experience in related duties;
• Successful completion of a CPA designation (Consideration may be given to candidates nearing completion of the CPA program/currently eligible to write the exam);
• Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered

Skills That Will Ensure Your Success in the Role:

• Experience supervising, staffing, evaluating, mentoring, training, and scheduling work assignments with the demonstrated ability to build and maintain a positive team environment;
• Experience in financial reporting procedures and processes to ensure appropriate financial control and accountability of funds in a not-for-profit, fund-accounting organization;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• An excellent understanding of the functions and capabilities of computers and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access; and complex databases;
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively with staff and the public while exercising a considerable degree of tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential matters;
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines;
• Ability to research changes to policies regarding taxes, immigration, etc. and apply those changes to policies and procedures;
• Organized, resourceful, self-motivated, professional.

Physical Demands

Pay Grade: APT 6 Salary Range: $77,127 - $104,063 annually