Accountant - On campus

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not representing an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Bishop's University is seeking an Accountant to fill a regular full-time position in the Financial Services team. Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the accounting cycle of all funds of the University for the internal and external financial statements.  The accountant is also responsible for all government reporting including reports required by the various research agencies. This position has a work week of 35 hours from Monday to Friday.   

Nature of duties and responsibilities

• Prepare the monthly financial reports for the operating fund;
• Participate in the year-end activities for the preparation of the external financial statements including the audit for the three funds (operating fund, restricted fund and capital fund);
• Prepare journal entries, account analyses and reconciliations with required supporting evidence both for the regular accounting cycle and for fiscal year-end purposes, for the three funds;
• Be responsible for the financial reporting of the capital projects and the restricted funds;
• Review current accounting processes, make recommendations and implement changes to streamline operations;
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget;
• Be responsible for the preparation of financial reports for governments including reports for research agencies;
• Coordinate the work of students working in the Financial Services Department;
• Work with other departments to ensure that all government reporting is consistent and accurate with the University’s records, and provide support where required;
• Assist in the implementation of internal controls and support the Manager of Financial Services in special projects including the evolution of the financial system;
• Perform various administrative and financial tasks for the Bishop’s University Foundation, including the preparation of the financial statements;
• Perform other duties as assigned and make recommendations as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• University degree in business/commerce with a specialization in accounting ;
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in general accounting and financial statement preparation ;
• Very good knowledge of computerized general ledger systems and Microsoft Excel ;
• Very good knowledge of external audit processes ;
• Excellent teamwork and ability to work under pressure ;
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment ;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English and French.
• Accounting designation would be an asset ;

About BU

Founded in 1843, Bishop’s is a primarily undergraduate university offering an outstanding liberal education in a small, residential setting in Quebec’s Eastern Townships region. Located in Sherbrooke, about 1.5 hour drive southeast of Montreal, the Eastern Townships offers a safe and welcoming atmosphere, exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities, and a great quality of life. Bishop’s University is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Abenaki people. We acknowledge their stewardship of this land and appreciate that we are all guests on Abenaki territory.

We offer our students over 100 majors within five academic divisions: humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, social sciences, business, and education. The language of instruction at Bishop’s is English.

Our 550-acre campus contains 25 buildings including seven residences, two libraries, two theatres, outstanding classrooms, laboratory and athletic facilities, an arena, a historic chapel, a music recital hall, and a daycare centre. A duck pond, wildlife refuge, and golf course are also found on campus.

What We Offer – Employees benefit from:

• Medical, vision, health and travel insurance,
• Generous vacation as well as a 10-day holiday break between December and January,
• flexible scheduling and work from home possibility 
• employee discounts to our sports center and Golf course
• defined benefit and/or simplified pension plan
• Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
• Sustainable development and Wellness initiatives
• Access to ongoing cultural and educational events

 Classification: Class 14    $31.99 to $41.76   per hour     ( unionized position)  

Bishop’s University implements an equal access employment / program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies. The University welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons living with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

If interested, please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter, including what position you are applying for to careers@ubishops.ca. This position will remain until filled.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted and testing may be required; thank you for your interest. We provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact careers@ubishops.ca