Competition ID: 4612Internal Closing Date:Open Until FilledExternal Closing Date:Open Until Filled# of Openings:1*Salary Information:11 - Administrative Salary Grid - $92,139 to $135,137Employment Type:Permanent Full TimeWorkplace Type:HybridTravel Frequency:Occasional travel between campuses is required.Employee Group:Administration/ManagementDays of Work (BCGEU):Hours of Work (BCGEU):Hours per Week (BCGEU):

We are currently seeking a Manager, Financial Operations to join our Finance team.

Job Overview

This role reports to the Director, Financial Services (Operations and Systems). Reporting directly to this position are staff performing accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking and treasury functions.

The Manager, Financial Operations is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Financial Operations department which includes accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, treasury and banking. The Manager, Financial Operations will carry out responsibilities related to the day-to-day operations of the Financial Operations department in accordance with Kwantlen Polytechnic University policies, collective agreements and statutory requirements. This position is responsible for the delivery of service, the development, implementation, management and testing of systems, and training within the Financial Operations department and as required across other areas of the University.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a CPA professional accounting designation and a member in good standing with CPA Canada;
• Minimum of five years demonstrated management experience with a proven track record of effective leadership, team management, and change management resulting in improvements to service quality, staff productivity and systems efficiency;
• Minimum of seven years of related experience in general accounting;
• Experience in developing and maintaining systems in an integrated computerized, decentralized system;
• Experience in a unionized environment is desirable;
• Experience in post-secondary accounting/finance is an asset;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, supervisory and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a management team.
• Proven ability to exercise tact and diplomacy, confidentiality, and conflict resolution skills.
• Have an understanding of and respect for the diverse values and culture of a university environment.
• Ability to travel between campuses is required.

Competencies

• Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
• Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
• Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
• Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

Salary Information

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

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Application Process

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document via KPU's Career Centre.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

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