Finance Analyst

Job Title Finance Analyst

Job Category M&P - AAPS

Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Accounting, Level A

Job Family Group Staff - Non Union

Department Leadership | Pension Office | Central Human Resources

Compensation Range $6,143.67 - $8,830.25 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Job End Date

Ongoing

Posting End Date November 8, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

The Finance Analyst is responsible for analyzing financial information, applying accounting principles and policies, and providing financial analysis and support for the accounting operations of the UBC Staff Pension Plan and Faculty Pension Plan. The role requires independent judgment in analyzing financial information, resolving accounting issues, assessing the appropriate accounting treatment of transactions, and ensuring the integrity and completeness of financial records across multiple systems and external sources.

The position also provides financial analysis, information, and operational support to the Finance Manager and the Executive Directors.

The Plans are a significant component of UBC’s employee value proposition, supporting recruitment and retention strategies, and financial security and wellbeing. The Plans help staff and faculty invest and save for their financial future and enhance retirement readiness. The UBC Staff Pension Plan is a target benefit plan with over 19,000 members and an asset value of approximately $3.

3 billion. The UBC Faculty Pension Plan is a defined contribution pension plan with just over 7,200 members and an asset value of approximately $3.7 billion. Both pension plans are administered by the UBC Pension Administration Office (PAO) under the direction of the Staff Pension Plan Board and the Faculty Pension Plan Board of Trustees (“Pensions Boards”) and in partnership with the Vice-President, Human Resources (VPHR) portfolio.

Working under broad direction of the Finance Manager, the Finance Analyst performs accounting, financial analysis, reconciliation, reporting, compliance, and financial coordination activities across a complex pension plan environment. The position works with multiple financial systems, pension custodians, investment managers, University departments, and external organizations to analyze financial information, resolve accounting issues, support reporting requirements, and maintain the integrity of financial records.

Organizational Status

This position reports to the Finance Manager. Works collaboratively with colleagues and peers within the PAO and within the VPHR portfolio, and regularly liaises with internal University departments, pension custodians, and external organizations to support financial operations, reporting, and compliance requirements.

The Finance Analyst exercises judgment in analyzing financial information, resolving accounting issues, and determining when matters require escalation to the Finance Manager.

Work Performed

Financial Reconciliation and Analysis

Analyzes financial information from Workday, Adagio, pension custodian reports, investment-related information, and other financial records to assess financial activity and identify variances or unusual items.

Performs financial reconciliations and analyzes differences between financial systems, custodian records, and supporting financial information, determining the underlying causes and appropriate resolution.

Investigates accounting and financial issues, assesses available information, and determines appropriate corrective action.

Provides financial coordination and works with internal and external stakeholders, including pension custodians and UBCIM, to resolve financial and accounting issues and ensure timely resolution.

Coordinates financial activities for all pension programs, namely the Staff Pension Plan, Faculty Pension Plan, and the Supplemental Arrangement Plan ensuring financial information is complete and reliable for reporting, audit, and operational purposes.

Financial Reporting

Analyzes financial information and prepares supporting information for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

Assists in year-end financial reporting activities, including analysis of financial results, investigation of variances, preparation of working papers, and supporting schedules.

Analyzes, and summarizes financial information required for internal and external reporting.

Identifies and communicates unusual or significant financial items and provides supporting analysis to the Finance Manager.

Accounting

Prepares accounting entries in Workday and Adagio to record financial activity and address identified accounting issues.

Determines appropriate accounting treatment and reporting periods for assigned financial activity, and ensures supporting documentation is complete and appropriately authorized.

Maintains accounting records, audit trails, and supporting working papers necessary to support financial reporting and audit requirements.

Researches accounting issues and provides recommendations to the Finance Manager on appropriate accounting treatment where the issue requires interpretation or further consideration.

Financial Transactions and Payment Processes

Analyzes financial transactions to determine appropriate accounting treatment and identify unusual or unresolved items.

Coordinates financial transaction and payment processes across Workday, Adagio, and custodian systems, ensuring financial information is complete and consistent.

Coordinates and supports payment activities, including Supplemental Retirement Arrangement (SRA) payments and related schedules, and investigates exceptions or discrepancies requiring resolution.

Monitors recurring financial activities including Employer Health Tax and WorkSafe BC remittances, and ensures required financial information and documentation are maintained.

Coordinates with relevant internal and external parties to resolve payment and financial transaction issues.

Financial Systems and Data Integrity

Assesses the integrity and consistency of financial information across Workday, Adagio, custodian reports, and supporting records and investigates significant differences or inconsistencies.

Develops and maintains financial schedules, working papers, and analytical tools to support and validate financial information.

Uses complex spreadsheet applications and other financial tools to analyze and organize financial information and support reporting requirements.

Identifies opportunities to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of accounting and financial processes.

Analyzes financial processes and procedures, develops and presents recommendations for improvements to the Finance Manager.

GST, Compliance and Controls

Analyzes financial transactions to determine appropriate GST treatment and recording and supports the preparation of annual GST filings and GST rebates for both pension plans.

Applies established internal controls and University financial policies to assigned financial activities.

Identifies transactions that may not comply with established procedures or controls and determines appropriate follow-up or corrective action.

Prepares financial documentation, working papers, analysis,