Purpose: The Financial and Administrative Support Assistant provides administrative and financial support for the Communication and Public Affairs Division under the direction of the Associate Director, Business Intelligence and Planning.
Education: Completion of a College diploma in business, accounting, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 1-year recent experience with financial transaction coordination and reconciliation in a computerized environment, customer service, and administrative support including procuring, receiving and distributing equipment and assets.
Skills:
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective interpersonal skills to work with client groups/vendors and financial staff.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to demonstrate responsible, ethical, and professional conduct.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.
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PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.
