Financial Analyst – Grants NEW

Job title: Financial Analyst – Grants

Company: Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Job description: Job Description:In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site atThe Department of Finance and Corporate Services is seeking an energetic team player with sharp problem-solving abilities, excellent analytical and investigatory skills, high attention to detail, effective organizational and time- management skills, and comfort working both independently as well as part of a team on a part-time basis.Reporting to the Senior Financial Analyst – Grants, this position will assist with the processing, monitoring, reporting, and analysis of grants and other contributions. The primary focus of this position is to ensure the compliance, accuracy and integrity of financial reporting related to grants and other contributions, in addition to the provision of quality client service to various key areas of NAIT.Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Financial Analyst in the delivery of financial services to clients including accounting and financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting.
• Maintenance and tracking of externally funded projects within portfolio responsibility.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to grants and donations.
• Prepare account reconciliations including investigation, analysis, and correction.
• Prepare required monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as well as assist with pulling any auditor requested data.
• Maintain compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuous process reviews and improvements.
• Perform Ad hoc duties, analysis and reporting as needed

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong accounting knowledge and experience is essential, particularly Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) related to grants, funding sources, donations, and deferred revenue.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter with excellent attention to detail, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with different members of the NAIT community.
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills (preference for pivots and other advanced functions).
• Proficiency with various software applications (preference for experience in PeopleSoft Finance, Workday Finance, and Microsoft 365 applications).

Qualifications:

• 2-year Accounting Diploma.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an intermediate accounting position, post-diploma, is essential.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in public sector or educational environments.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).Remuneration: $57,932.94 – $73,528.00 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Finance/Accounting Assistant II).This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.Please note: Candidates selected for an interview will be required to complete a written assignment as part of the assessment process.About NAITWe are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our . We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at .#LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid –

Expected salary: $57932.94 – 73528 per year

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Thu, 24 Jul 2025 04:09:49 GMT

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