Business Officer

Date Posted: 05/07/2025
Req ID: 42835
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Ofc of the Vice-Pres & Principal
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00058003

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply

Your opportunity:

The Office of the Vice-President and Principal supports the priorities and objectives established by the Vice-President & Principal in accordance with the UTSC Strategic Plan, Inspiring Inclusive Excellence, and the University's Three Priorities. The office oversees the planning of major university and campus-wide events, initiatives and special projects, and is also the primary contact for all aspects of campus protocol related to ceremonies and visits by delegations and dignitaries.

We are currently recruiting for a Business Officer to join the Office of the Vice-President & Principal. Working under general supervision of the Director, the Business Officer is responsible for overseeing several operating budgets and performing a range of financial and administrative functions to support the efficient and effective administration of the department. Responsibilities include budget development and analysis; reporting; reconciliation; purchasing equipment and supplies; monitoring and tracking financial activity; forecasting; and ensuring that all financial activities are conducted in accordance with University guidelines and policies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Forecasting, planning and monitoring multiple complex budgets
• Analyzing financial trends and preparing analytical reports and forecasts for management decision making
• Monitoring department budget to ensure expenditures remain within budgeted allocations
• Applying the University Guide to Financial Management and other applicable policies, agency and regulatory requirements
• Implementing plans and process improvements for financial administration activities
• Producing complex statistical and/or financial reports
• Liaising with internal and external contacts to facilitate purchasing and/or procurement processes
• Identifying and resolving individual financial discrepancies

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in finance or accounting or acceptable combination of equivalent experience. Completion or working towards a professional accounting designation.
• Minimum four years of related financial and administrative experience.
• Experience with budget preparation, forecasting and analysis.
• Applicants are expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
• Excellent computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Sound working knowledge of financial and human resources software systems such as SAP (HRIS, FIS) or comparable applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrative initiative and time management skills.
• Highly analytical and detail oriented.
• Must possess tact, diplomacy and a positive and professional attitude.
• Sound knowledge of GAAP.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to service excellence.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Accountable
• Diplomatic
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Team player

Note:

• A full job description is available upon request from the UTSC HR Office.
• This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 05/22/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:  
USW Pay Band 13 -- $84,813. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $108,463. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.