Administrator, Research Business Operations - Provincial

Administrator, Research Business Operations

BC Cancer

Provincial, BC

The Administrator, Research Business Operations is accountable for the accurate and efficient administration of the financial functions of the department, including research grants and core research operating funds. The responsibilities include monitoring and assisting with the development of projects and research grant budgets, purchasing of office and laboratory supplies and oversight and maintenance of research funds involving co-applicants within the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), BC Cancer, other health authorities and partner universities, stakeholders and external collaborators. The Administrator, Research Business Operations exercises independent judgment, making decisions that affect the accuracy, reliability and acceptability of the financial data for the research department. Due to the complexity and financial responsibility of the position, there is a high financial risk associated with providing inaccurate or incomplete information; incorrect analysis or decisions will have serious financial risks and exposures.

What you'll do

• Provide financial guidance to scientific faculty and collaborates with the Research Department Administrator and Manager, Research Financial Planning & Analysis, in the Office of Research Administration as well as PHSA Restricted Funds team to ensure the development, monitoring and variance reporting of research budgets for projects, grants and core activities are fiscally sound. This includes assisting in the financial preparation and coordination of large scale, multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional research budgets.
• Manage all financial activities within the research department, including the research department core operating budget, all grants’ accounts and fellowships/studentships. Manages, research grants and financial reporting for a variety of internal and external funders.
• Monitor, analyzes and reports to scientific faculty on the fiscal performance of individual research projects with respect to resource utilization, expenditure patterns, statistical and critical indicator data/information and meeting of budgetary targets.
• Prepare cash flow forecasting for research project accounts based on budgeted and actual revenues and expenses and recommends remedial action to the research department senior leadership team. Works in collaboration with various stakeholders across BC Cancer Research and provides guidance and expertise to staff on financial spending.
• Authorize research requisitions and approves payment for items such as office and laboratory supplies, services, maintenance of equipment, travel expense claims, professional allowance submissions, cheque requests and student fees as requested. Monitor research departmental expenditures against budget monthly and ensures all budgets for both internal and external funds are not overextended. Develops internal checkpoints to ensure decisions for major and minor equipment purchases are viable and maintains timely completion of approved purchases.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a University degree in an accounting designation and five years of recent, related experience including three years in a leadership role.
• Knowledge and experience in working with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting policies.
• Significant knowledge of grant management and familiarity with granting agencies and their guidelines and polices.

You have:

• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple resource intensive projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use spreadsheet, word processing, and other relevant applications.
• Work independently with minimal direction.
• Adapt to changing priorities and resource constraints.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Until December 31,2025)
Salary: $67,861-$97,550 per year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.
Location: Provincial Position- Applicant may work based out of any BC Cancer location.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday-Friday; 0900-1700
Requisition Number: 162855E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer program is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

(PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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