Accountant, Financial Planning and Budget

Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and external
Job Type
Administrative/Management
Posting In effect from
6/3/2024
Closing Application Date
20/3/2024
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Admin Type
Ongoing
Anticipated Start Date
1/4/2024
Position End Date (If Applicable)
DUTIES

Do you want to use your accounting skills to make a difference in the public sector? If so, you won’t want to miss out on this opportunity to take your career to the next level. Join a team that values your expertise in budgeting and offers a supportive work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and affordable living in the sunny interior of BC.

Position Summary
The Accountant, Financial Planning and Budget plays a pivotal role in managing the university’s financial planning and budgeting as well as in helping senior leaders make informed decisions in the effective allocation of resources. As a member of the Finance team and reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning and Budget, the Accountant collaborates cross-functionally to provide financial services, budget planning and other related processes in support of academic and administrative leaders. The Accountant acts as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of departments and provides comprehensive strategic and operational advice, guidance, and support in all facets of strategic resource planning in alignment with the university’s mission, vision and values. In addition, their financial reports, forecasts, analytical reports, budgets, and variances will be essential in monitoring fund expenditures and financial reporting.

What TRU has to offer you
The salary range for this position is $73,908 – $96,263, supplemented by a competitive total compensation package. At TRU you will receive a comprehensive extended health and well-being benefits package along with a defined pension plan and employer-matched contributions. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment and will have the option for hybrid work, along with paid time off, work-life balance and opportunities for growth. Salary placement is commensurate on qualifications.

Who we are
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is a comprehensive, learner-centred and sustainable university offering high-quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship to regional, national and international learners and their communities. TRU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of Nursing, Social Work, Education, Computer Science, Science and Law to a highly diverse student population. Located on the traditional territory of the Secwepemc peoples, TRU offers two campuses in Kamloops and Williams Lake and several regional centres in British Columbia’s southern interior.

In line with our vision, “Community-minded with a global conscience, we boldly redefine the university as a place of belonging — Kw’seltktnéws (we are all related and interconnected with nature, each other, and all things) — where all people are empowered to transform themselves, their communities, and the world,” Thompson Rivers University is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. 

Why Kamloops? 
The Accountant, Financial Planning and Budget position is based out of TRU’s main campus in Kamloops, which features an abundance of green space and overlooks the North and South Thompson Rivers. Kamloops is a vibrant city that offers a high quality of life for people of all ages, with mild winters, warm summers, and short commutes.  Kamloops boasts an events centre, excellent primary and community health care, an airport, schools, the university, and a WHL hockey team. 

The city is situated between the Coastal and Rocky Mountains, which is the perfect backdrop for some of Canada’s most incredible outdoor experiences. Living and working in Kamloops, you will be minutes away from scenic river trails and parks and a short distance to world-class outdoor recreation in all seasons, including mountain biking and hiking trails, freshwater lakes in the Okanagan and Shuswap and world-class skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. Plus, it is only a few hours’ drive to major hubs in BC, Alberta, and the United States.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 – 7 years of progressive accounting experience in a computerized environment including experience in developing spreadsheets, budgets and forecasts, analytical reports, and financial statements. 

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting supplemented by a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or graduate degree along with progressive experience in accounting with a desire to focus on budgets and forecasts, analytical reports, and financial statements. 

• Post Secondary financial planning experience preferred. 

Pay Band
$73,908.00 – $96,263.00 ( Admin Pay Band B )
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
1
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Finance -> Financial Planning and Budget
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.