About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Senior Financial Analyst, Research Grants (Internally known as a Finance Partner)
(Hybrid Work Model - Full-time)

Position Description
Working at The Hospital for Sick Children is not just a job - it's a career. Our Staff are our greatest strength as they formour vision, carry out our mission and represent our values.

The Finance Partner position in Research Awards and Financial Services will report to the Grants Management OfficeManager or Controller and will be part of a team responsible for approximately $200 million in annual grant revenues.The successful candidate will build working relationships with World Renowned Principal Investigators and Scientists and manage their financial grant portfolio as their main point of contact for post-award grant operations and willperform grant related post-award functions which include financial reporting, compliance and expense analysis,budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Perks include a flexible hybrid/work from home model, comprehensive health benefits, wellness programs, peer support, etc.

Here's What You'll Get To Do:

• Build working relationships with World Renowned Principal Investigators and Scientists and manage their financial grant
  portfolio as their main point of contact for post-award grant operations.
  Your portfolio will include up to 50 Principal Investigators and Scientists, with up to 300 grant projects.
• Perform expense analysis, financial reporting, reconciliations, monitoring, financial planning, budgeting, compliance,
  scheduled meetings and associated communications with granting agencies for their assigned portfolio.
• Manage, prepare and analyze financial reporting, invoicing of portfolio in Canadian and Foreign Currencies. Evaluate spending
  in comparison to budget, to ensure compliance and provide variance analysis.
• Constantly review assigned portfolio to assess the status of ongoing grants and the burn rate of the grants to evaluate
  funding requirements and potential deficiencies. Summarize and assess financial forecasting to compare to research
  budget allocated for operational funding.
• Communicate and report potential funding deficiencies in a timely manner to the Principal Investigators and Scientists,
  Research Institute and Senior Management.
• Required to collaborate with HR, Legal, Grants Management Office, Principal Investigators, Core Facilities, and Lab
  Animal Services to implement any required cost cutting measures including staffing levels.
• Prepare grant closeout functions required by the Grants Management Office and external agencies including
  reconciliations, final financial reports, final invoices, and zeroing out budgets.
• Review general ledger transactions and grant contracts for compliance with related accounting, SickKids and agency
  regulations.
• Prepare accurate and complete journal entries and supporting documentation to audit standard and review journal
  entries prepared by administrators for the same.
• Present recommendations for procedural and work-flow efficiencies in the Grants Management Office. Assist with planning
  and conducting initiatives and relevant training.
• Supports the Research Institute in education and training of Principal Investigators and administrators by assessing
  needs and resolving issues of the Principal Investigator related to grant accounts and analysis and support for grants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here's What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• In progress or completion of a Canadian recognized accounting designation (CPA). Must be active and in good standing if completed.
• 3+ years accounting experience preferably with grant management or non-profit experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP, accounting, bookkeeping, laws, regulations, agency policies and guidelines, other requirements that affect grant program administrators.
• Ability to design, analyze, and prepare financial statements, invoices and reports.
• Ability to monitor expenditures and maintain data and prepare forecasts and projections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface with Principal Investigators, granting agencies, external auditors
  and all levels within the Research Institute.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and have demonstrated excellence in organizing and prioritizing workload in a fast
  paced and high-volume environment.
• Strong analytical skills, knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification and
  resolution of grant administration issues.
• Highly computer literate with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft is an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives.

Here's What You'll Love

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment Type:

• 35 hrs/week
• Full-Time with benefits
• Hybrid Office/Working from home arrangement.

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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