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McGill University · 3 weeks ago

Faculty Research Financial Supervisor

Education Building

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$56K/yr - $76K/yr

3+ years exp

McGill University is a prestigious institution seeking a Faculty Research Financial Supervisor to provide ongoing financial administrative and management support for research funds. The role involves monitoring financial activities, ensuring compliance with policies, and training clients on finance-related procedures.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Act as a primary point of contact for researchers requiring financial / administrative assistance during the post award management of their research funding

Effectively communicate University procedures as they apply to research funds to promote compliance with all applicable regulations and policies

Provide relevant training to local users and act as a first point of contact when collaboration is required to roll out new systems, processes, or other tools which will facilitate research administration

Review fund balances and expiry dates in collaboration with Research Financial Management Services (RFMS) and the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) for planning purposes and ensure continuity / renewal of funds where applicable

Validate expenditures for compliance with applicable Sponsor terms and conditions and University policies

Promote sound record retention practices to Principal Investigators (PIs) and departmental administrators in order to facilitate ease of access and compliance with applicable policies for retention of documents

Liaise with RFMS for assistance with resolution of fund over-expenditures, filing of financial reports to Sponsors and other relevant information related to research fund activities

Assist with the correction of ineligible expenditures charged to grants or other restricted funds

Remind PIs of various deadlines to ensure smooth research activities and provide advice with respect to an efficient and effective use of grant funds

Work closely with the Accounts Administrators to ensure the smooth flow of expense report review process

Qualification

Financial managementBudget preparationGrant managementAnalytical skillsComputer proficiencyEnglish proficiencyFrench proficiencyProblem-solvingCustomer serviceTeamworkOrganizational skills

Required

Knowledge of accounting and financial management and experience administering a variety of funds and preparing detailed budgets

Familiarity with granting agency regulations and knowledge of McGill (or other University) fund types, including experience working with research grants/ contracts

Service-oriented with excellent customer service skills. Proven ability to communicate effectively and interact with various levels of administrative staff and academics

Proficiency with computerized applications including spread sheets, databases, word-processing software, Banner FIS, Crystal reports

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated organizational skills, ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team with ability to train staff

Proven success in facilitating and maintaining strong, consistent, and positive communications

McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 on a scale of 0-4

Proficiency in French (both written and spoken) is required

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