Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been proudly recognized as a Hamilton-Niagara Top Employer for eight consecutive years. Brock continues to earn recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity in 2026. For the second consecutive year, Forbes, in partnership with Statista, also named Brock one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock. Post End Date: November 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group) About the Role: Reporting to the Director, Financial Accounting & Controller, the Manager, Accounting & Financial Reporting manages the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting operations within Financial Services, ensuring the timely, accurate and consistent completion of financial accounting activities and reporting requirements. The incumbent provides direction and supervision to assigned staff, coordinates accounting and reporting activities, reviews work for accuracy and compliance, and ensures operational requirements are completed in accordance with university policies, procedures and applicable accounting standards. The Manager, Accounting & Financial Reporting identifies operational issues and coordinates their resolution, escalating complex or strategic matters to the Director, Financial Accounting & Controller. The Manager, Accounting & Financial Reporting will: Manage and coordinate the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting activities of the assigned team, ensuring work is completed accurately and within established timelines; Assign, prioritize and monitor accounting and reporting activities to ensure appropriate workload distribution and timely completion of operational requirements; Review accounting records, reconciliations, journal entries and supporting documentation prepared to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance; Support the year-end financial reporting process, including the completion and review of working papers, reconciliations, schedules and supporting documentation; Provide operational guidance to university departments regarding established accounting processes, documentation requirements, reporting timelines and related financial procedures; Review and respond to accounting and financial reporting inquiries, determining appropriate actions or escalating complex matters; Monitor accounting and reporting processes to identify operational issues, inefficiencies, control concerns and opportunities to improve service delivery; Ensure established internal controls, policies, procedures and documentation requirements are consistently applied within the assigned function; Coordinate and support the design, implementation and testing of financial system integrations and related integration enhancements; Provide operational information and recommendations to the Director to support decisions regarding accounting, reporting, processes and resource requirements; Provide comprehensive leadership by managing, coaching, and mentoring assigned staff. Key Skills and Experience: An undergraduate degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Professional Accounting Designation (CPA); Financial planning, reporting, and analysis experience; Experience leading a team in a finance function; Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls and tax compliance; Ability to identify business requirements, define strategies, develop metrics, and implement practical business solutions under deadline; Ability to identify areas of risk and/or opportunity and research and develop recommendations to address; Demonstrated competence with details and deadlines, with the ability to manage competing priorities; Knowledge of the University environment and related practices; Promotes and embodies inclusivity and respect within the workplace and the broader community; Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain sound working relationships; Ability to research and develop recommendations to be applied to/solutions for complex financial problems and business processes, including developing creative solutions. Preferred or Asset Skills: Experience in a multi-union setting; and MBA. Salary and Total Rewards: Job Grade N, Salary Scale ($81,659-$130,654); Target Hiring Range: $81,659-$99,000* This is a permanent position that includes: Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage. Pension Plan: Enrollment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan. Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays. Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work schedule available. Professional Development: Eligibility for the Brock Tuition Waiver Program. *The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range. We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact [email protected]  if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met. Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca. Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs. Learn more at brocku.ca.

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