Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph's Health Care London (St. Joseph’s), and works in partnership with Western University. This alliance and pooling of knowledge and resources enables Lawson to retain and develop the expertise, equipment, and infrastructure that is crucial for innovation. With 7 hospital sites across London, over 250,000 square feet of dedicated research space, over $125 million in annual research income, more than 500 new clinical trials each year, and more than 2,400 principalinvestigators, support staff, volunteers, students and fellows, Lawson has a proud history and is a dynamic, fast- paced environment.
The Finance Team at Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is responsible for the ongoing management of researchgrants and contracts awarded to Lawson researchers, working closely with researchers, administrative staff, and funding sponsors to ensure adherence to guidelines and policies.
Reporting to the Manager, Research Finance, the Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording, monitoring and reporting of research grants and contracts, and will also support all research account analysis. In addition, the position responds to internal and external financial inquiries related to research grant accounts.
Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s), and works in partnership with Western University. This alliance and pooling of knowledge and resources enables Lawson to retain and develop the expertise, equipment, and infrastructure that is crucial for innovation. With 7 hospital sites across London, over 250,000 square feet of dedicated research space, over $125 million in annual research income, more than 500 new clinical trials each year, and more than 2,400 principal investigators, support staff, volunteers, students and fellows, Lawson has a proud history and is a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Finance Team at Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is responsible for the ongoing management of research grants and contracts awarded to Lawson researchers, working closely with researchers, administrative staff, and funding sponsors to ensure adherence to guidelines and policies.
Reporting to the Manager, Research Finance, the Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording, monitoring and reporting of research grants and contracts, and will also support all research account analysis. In addition, the position responds to internal and external financial inquiries related to research grant accounts.
For more information, please see the full posting. To apply, please visit the London Health Sciences Centre’s Careers website (Job ID: 81095).
Successful completion of an Undergraduate degree or college diploma in Business, Finance or Accountingpreferred
• Chartered Professional Accountant – CPA (CGA, CMA) designation or working towards designation or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of recent, related experience demonstrating a high standard of performance and work quality
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Internet
• Advanced proficiency with PeopleSoft General Ledger (including journal entry processing, review of financial information, General Ledger reports, and reporting tools)
• Demonstrated proficiency with nVision and Infor HRCM (billing system)
• Demonstrated advanced accounting knowledge
• Advanced communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated strong time management skills and advanced ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated ability to working independently, as well as effectively as a team member
• Advanced accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated strong ability to take initiative and to adapt to change
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
Immunization Requirements:
Successful candidates will be required to complete a health review which includes providing vaccination records or proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (Chicken Pox). In addition candidates will need to provide documentation of Tuberculosis Skin testing and a completed COVID vaccine series (two vaccines). We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equalopportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.
As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 3 months
