Performance & Data Analyst

Responsibilities

The Performance & Data Analyst manages financial transactions, internal controls, and budget administration for the office. They also oversee program statistics, data reporting for accreditation, and support grant proposals and process improvement projects.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in accounting and two to three years of experience in financial planning and analysis. Proficiency in financial software, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Skills

• Accounting
• Financial planning
• Budgeting
• Data analysis
• Reporting
• Internal controls
• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Google Suite
• Tableau
• PeopleSoft
• Variance analysis
• Financial monitoring
• Problem-solving
• Communication

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

About this role

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal applicants will be
given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination
of experience, skills, and abilities, before external applicants are considered.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work. Work
primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Reporting to the Strategic Performance and Analysis Officer, the Performance &
Data Analyst is a senior staff position that supports the day-to-day financial,
data and reporting work of the Master’s and Executive Education Programs Office.
The position handles complex issues involving many stakeholders and
international partners, and is expected to act independently. It provides
coverage for members of the Performance and Analysis team when needed.

The Performance & Data Analyst is responsible and accountable for:

* Financial transactions and internal controls across all sources of funds for
the office
* Scholarship, bursary and award selection and payments for all programs
* Program statistics, surveys and reporting for graduate business students and
programs, and Executive  Education programs
* Data for AACSB accreditation and program ranking surveys
* Grant proposals, funding requests and process improvement projects
* Coaching the Business Support Coordinator

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial – 50%

* Manages the office’s accounting process, including invoices, purchase
requisitions, purchase orders, JVs and credit card reconciliation, and
maintains financial records to meet University and statutory requirements. 
* Monitors key financial data, resolves accounting problems and applies
internal controls. In consultation with the Strategic Performance and
Analysis Officer, supports the development and administration of the office
budget, including budget and sensitivity analysis, variance investigation and
accounting adjustments. 
* Manages instructor contracts and tracking of Teaching Assistant and Graduate
Research Assistant appointments. 
* Oversees scholarship, award and bursary selection and payment processes,
manages international study tour budgets, and provides financial guidance to
the Graduate Business Students Association. 
* Coaches the Business Support Coordinator and advises office team members on
financial policies and procedures.

Data – 40%

* Prepares data requests and reporting for the Master’s programs, and develops
tracking procedures for scholarships and awards, instructor contracts, travel
and daily logistics. 
* Prepares data for the AACSB yearly maintenance review and for program ranking
surveys (e.g., Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek). 
* Works with the career team and the CWIL office on the annual Career Services
& Employer Alliance Report for graduate business students and programs, and
Executive Education programs. 
* Coordinates the donor scholarship process, advises students on scholarship
eligibility, supports the Graduate Students Policy Committee, maintains the
scholarship and bursary web pages, and prepares award nominations and
payments.

Special Projects – 10%

* Researches and prepares grant proposals (e.g., CIHR, NSERC), funding
applications and accreditation submissions, including expenditure forecasts,
annual reports and financial statements. 
* Develops business process maps for process improvement, and assists the
Strategic Performance and Analysis Officer with projects as required.
* Screens and short-lists scholarship, bursary and entrance award candidates
(approximately $500,000 a year), provides data and revenue forecasts,
recommends budget requirements, and applies University and School policies
and internal controls to the office’s financial processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Undergraduate degree in accounting, supplemented with administrative
experience.
* Two to three years of experience in accounting and financial planning,
analysis and budgeting is preferred.
* Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with budgets, financial monitoring,
variance analysis and internal controls.
* Experience handling international payments, including foreign currency wire
transfers.
* Strong proficiency in Excel, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google
Suite, Tableau and PeopleSoft.
* Analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a self-starter.
* Ability to complete tasks with precision, accuracy and attention to detail,
and to meet deadlines.
* Ability to prioritize competing tasks with tight timelines in a dynamic
environment.
* Ability to work in a team and to encourage cooperation, collaboration,
respect and integrity.
*  Ability to work independently and work in a team that encourages
cooperation, collaboration, respect, and integrity.

Application Instructions
Click "Apply Now" to submit your resume and cover letter in a single file. 
 

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the
collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the
Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package
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