Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Pension Office

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

24 April 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

0.69

Salary Grade

$83,094.00 - $108,088.00

Additional Posting Information

Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG13

Start Date

5/15/2026

End Date

5/14/2027

Employee Group:

PEA - Term

of Hires Needed

1

Category

Financial Accounting

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

*This position is eligible for a hybrid flex arrangement*

The salary range for this position is:

• Recruitment range: $83,094 - $91,625 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range: $108,088 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Mandate:
The Senior Accountant, Pensions is a key contributor to Pension Services, responsible for ensuring the integrity and compliance of the University of Victoria’s pension plans. This role oversees financial reporting the Combination Pension Plan, Money Purchase Pension Plan, Staff Pension Plan, and Supplemental Benefit Arrangement. With a dual reporting structure, the incumbent collaborates closely with the Manager, Endowment and Pensions Accounting on financial reporting matters and with the Director, Pension Services ensuring alignment with UVic’s financial and retirement objectives.

Objectives:

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of pension plan financial information by, implementing robust financial controls, and calculating plan performance metrics (e.g., rates of return).
• Serve as a subject matter expert in pension accounting, internal controls, financial reporting, and tax compliance, providing strategic guidance to senior leadership, auditors, governing bodies, and plan actuaries.
• Prepare and oversee financial reporting obligations, including audited financial statements, tax filings, and regulatory submissions.
• Develop and manage the Pension Services budget, ensuring alignment with financial sustainability goals.
• Provide indirect leadership and mentorship to the Accountant, Pensions and Accountant, Endowment & Pensions .

Working conditions:
Due to the critical nature of the financial reporting deadlines, this position must be able to act independently and effectively under pressure and be able to quickly and accurately evaluate financial results and correct complex problems (or contribute to these). Trade offs often need to be made between timelines and level of accuracy.

Job Requirements

This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field and must have a chartered professional accounting (CPA) designation plus minimum 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, including preparing financial statements.

Experience with record keeping and financial reporting for pension plans and institutional investments would be an asset. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial controls, legislation (eg: Income Tax Act, Pension Benefit Standards Act, etc.) and their application to pension plan financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience with and interest in institutional investments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with senior management, external service providers and plan members.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, spreadsheets, and databases, with strong administrative and organizational abilities to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and sound judgment, while also collaborating effectively to build positive working relationships.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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