Finance and Accounting Technician

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

MacEwan University is seeking a Finance and Accounting Technician for a full-time continuing position within Academic Affairs. Reporting to the Finance Officer, you will provide a range of support services to your portfolio of clients, ensuring their financial needs are met through tracking, reporting, reconciling financial reporting information, administering project grants, and assisting with other processes as needed. This position portfolio includes the Faculty of Health and Community Studies as well as the Faculty of Nursing. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Performing reconciliation of financial information and preparing journal entries;
• Preparing reports, pivot tables, and tracking sheets;
• Assisting with operating and capital budgets preparation;
• Answering finance-related staff and vendor inquiries;
• Following financial processes and statements to ensure compliance with professional accounting standards, contractual, legislative obligations, and organizational financial reporting requirements;
• Reviewing and tracking various financial accounting procedures and workflows to ensure that potential problems or concerns are addressed immediately;
• Preparing and ensuring the accuracy and timely submission of various transactions including fund transfers, journal entries, invoices, and purchase requisitions;
• Preparing and reviewing reports with budget holders, monitoring budgets and account balances and investigating discrepancies;
• Performing initial report analysis to support various financial management systems;
• Documenting processes that support efficient transaction flow, appropriate internal control, and compliance with university financial policies, procedures, and timelines;
• Reviewing capital asset requirements with programs and assisting with procurement and management of assets;
• Participating in asset counting where needed and reviewing asset records for accuracy, actioning asset transfers or disposal as needed; and,
• Other duties as assigned. 

Skills 

You will have: 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, for effective communication in writing, in person, and during presentations;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities with tight deadlines;
• The ability to work independently as well as within a broader team;
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and in data analytics; and,
• The ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and tact.

Qualifications 

• A minimum of a diploma in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Experience processing a variety of financial transactions.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Benefits 

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes: 

• Competitive base pay
• Generous vacation time
• Secure pension plan
• Flexible benefits package
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca. 

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This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement. 

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

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.