Business Officer

Description:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflects the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Art's & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed how we think about the world.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Forecasting, planning and monitoring multiple complex budgets; Analyzing financial trends and preparing analytical reports and forecasts for management decision-making; Monitoring department budget to ensure expenditures remain within budgeted allocations
• Applying the University Guide to Financial Management and other applicable policies, agency and regulatory requirements; Keeping well-informed on changes to policies, procedures, collective agreements, and applicable legislated requirements.
• Developing and revising business methods that support administrative workflow and objectives
• Producing complex statistical and/or financial reports. Developing and revising business methods that support administrative workflow and objectives. Processing payroll and entering salary and/or personnel information in HRIS
• Implementing plans and process improvements for financial administration activities; Maintaining filing systems and file retention programs. Maintaining office supply inventories
• Developing and maintaining procedures for the use of space and equipment. Determining logistical details required for office renovations and moves
• Maintaining an inventory of furniture and equipment. Coordinating the proper disposal of capital assets with others.
• Identifying and reporting facility repair and/or maintenance needs. Submitting service orders.