Financial Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide financial, budgetary, and reporting support for the Department of Psychology.
• Process complex financial documents including expense reports, non-PO invoices, spend authorizations, and travel claims.
• Enter transactions directly into Workday and ensure adherence to University and granting agency policies.
• Reconcile and monitor various Worktags, including Programs, Grants, Gifts, and Projects.
• Investigate and resolve errors or discrepancies in financial data and research grant funding.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports, ledgers, and budget variance analysis.
• Act as a primary point of contact for faculty, staff, and students regarding accounts payable and financial queries.

Requirements

• High school graduation.
• Two-year post-secondary diploma in accounting.
• Three years of relevant accounting experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP systems, specifically Workday.
• Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of Canadian tax laws (GST, PST, HST).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders.

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. We are a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, committed to fostering an inclusive community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery.