Faculty Financial Coordinator

At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. Job Requisition ID: 2026-02862 Time Type: Full time Employee Group: Staff Job Category: Financial Planning and Reporting Employment Type: Permanent Department: Faculty of Mathematics - Dean of Mathematics Office - Financial Operations Hiring Range: $61,954.88 - $77,443.60 Posting Information: This posting is for an existing vacancy. The internal posting deadline for this position is October 8, 2026 at 11:59PM. Job Description: Primary Purpose   The Financial Coordinator supports the administration and coordination of financial operations for assigned departments, faculties, portfolios, institutes, or administrative units. The role contributes to accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations by administering financial processes, maintaining financial information, supporting monitoring and reporting activities, and providing information and guidance on established financial requirements.    Within the Faculty of Mathematics, the Financial Coordinator supports financial operations for assigned departments and units, including operating, endowment, and research funds and Faculty-specific financial activities. The role provides financial process support to Faculty stakeholders and supports the administration of Math-specific funding and financial requirements within established University policies and procedures.    Key Accountabilities   Faculty of Mathematics Financial Support   Coordinates financial activities and requirements for units within the Faculty of Mathematics.  Supports the administration and monitoring of operating and research funds, including maintaining information on funding sources, commitments, key dates, and financial activity.  Supports Faculty-specific financial activities, including the administration of Math Endowment Fund claims, invoices, project funding, student claims, and related records.  Provides information and guidance to Faculty stakeholders regarding established financial processes, documentation requirements, account coding, approvals, and transaction requirements.  Maintains tracking information and supporting documentation for Faculty-specific financial activities and identifies matters requiring follow-up or escalation.  Supports the consistent application of University financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to Faculty-specific activities.    Financial Operations   Coordinates and administers financial transactions, including expense reimbursements, purchasing transactions,…