Project Accountant (Band Level 7)

January 13, 2025

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT (BAND LEVEL 7)
Marine Institute
Administration and Finance
(Contractual Position to January 2, 2026- Maternity Leave)

DUTIES
The successful candidate will perform accounting and financial duties with respect to project and grant activities in the areas of applied research and development, industrial and international programs, and collaborative research projects with industry partners. Duties include developing financial reports; monitoring budgets; ensuring all appropriate costs are charged to cost centres; preparing analytical reports, quarterly and annual financial claims, and invoices as required; tracking in-kind contributions; meeting with faculty principal investigators and departmental administrative staff; ensuring effective and timely financial administration with respect to grant and research accounting and operating budgets; ensuring University policies and procedures are adhere to; and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience (3-5 years) in university, governmental or commercial accounting; graduation from a four-year college or university with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration/Commerce; or any equivalent combination of experience and training may be considered. Experience working in a computerized accounting environment and knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. Knowledge of Banner Finance would be considered an asset.

SALARY $59,311 to $69,577 per annum (Band 7, NAPE Local 7850)

CLOSING DATE January 27, 2025

COMPETITION NO MUN03084

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities and racialized people; and people with disabilities.

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For further information concerning this opportunity, email human.resources@mi.mun.ca, or contact the Human Resources Office, Marine Institute, Room E3306C or by telephone at (709) 778-0440.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.