Operational Support

Research Financial Coordinator (TS15)

Education

Central Office/ IT Campus

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Department of Research, Innovation and Workforce Development
Term, Full-time Position: Commencing approximately January 2, 2025 and ending approximately December 31, 2026
Application deadline is 11:59PM, December 10, 2024

Competition No. 2425-394

Salary range: $56,945.12 to $67,195.41annually

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a diploma or certificate in business, accounting or a related field.
• You have a minimum of 3 years of recent and related occupational experience with accounting principles.
• Direct experience in administering grant applications and working with research administration policies & procedures in an academic research environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with Tri-Agency guidelines (e.g., TAGFA, Responsible Conduct of Research) is a strong asset.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, and web-based applications. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and COGNOS is considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and can interact at all levels of an organization
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in research administration and accounting principles, including research administration processes, policies, and procedures (e.g., project accounting, budgeting and projection, financial monitoring and analysis for research grants or contracts).
• You have a strong understanding of the terms and conditions of research grants and contracts to accurately apply guidelines and regulations and ensure regulatory compliance. Appreciation for research in an educational environment and an understanding of its complexities and challenges.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills
• You are a strong communicator
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet critical deadlines
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities, including an above-average attention to detail for ensuring comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date project files)
• You have strong project management skills including an above-average ability to balance and manage multiple competing priorities from a variety of research administration areas
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence for ensuring strong compliance with industry, NSCC, and funder regulations and requirements
• You are dedicated to life-long learning, including staying abreast of research funders' ever-evolving funding opportunities and associated requirements, policies, and processes

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.