Financial Analyst III

Union: non-union
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site:  700 University Avenue – Hydro Place
Department: Research Financial Services
Reports to:  Manager, Research Financial Services
Salary Range: $78,954-$118,424
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: March 12, 2026

Position Summary

As a key member of the Research Financial Services Team, the Financial Analyst III performs a wide range of professional accounting activities requiring application of advanced professional and competent knowledge of accounting concepts, principles and practices.  This individual works independently under broad direction and within established accounting systems.  The scope of the role includes effective portfolio financial planning & reporting, performance measurement, analysis of activities, expense approval,  non-project research centre maintenance for reporting. The role works closely with stakeholders (senior management, managers, and directors) reviewing, strategizing and making recommendations on financials, preparing and analyzing monthly/quarterly packages to facilitate decision making and financial/activity reporting.

Duties

• Support Research Support and Solutions portfolio in financial planning and management
• Review expenses and revenue according to budget/contracts for the assigned portfolio
• Collaborate with department managers/directors for monthly/quarterly financial reviews
• Provide support to other Finance teams for external reporting and internal review
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, dashboards, and analysis packages to support leadership in operational and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and other month-end close activities for assigned portfolios.
• Conduct monthly variance, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities for senior management.
• Maintain Research Non-Project centres and structures for internal reporting
• Conduct budget training for Research Cost Centre division and coordinate the annual operating budget process.
• Liaise with corporate finance teams and prepare analyses to support audit and internal review requirements
• Participate in ad-hoc financial projects as required for strategic insights to drive decision making