Human Resources
Position number: 38001
Date posted: July 2, 2026
Accounting & Finance Administrative - Casual Pool
Casual
Work schedule:
0-35 variable hours/week
Expected Start Date
January 1, 2027
For more information please contact: Human Resources - [email protected]
Job placements will be for both the Fort Garry and Bannatyne Campuses.
The durations of the positions may range from several hours to a few weeks or months.
Wage rates will be in accordance with Collective Agreement or University policy provisions.
MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:
- Completion of a formal training program in accounting/finance from a recognized institution, or a post-secondary diploma or degree, is preferred
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of one (1) year of directly related administrative experience is required, preferably in accounting or finance
- Experience and working knowledge of accounting and finance systems, HRIS and e-procurement systems would be an asset
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Skills and abilities for this role may include:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Microsoft 365, Adobe and other related software
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain pace and meet deadlines in a high-volume work environment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing administrative systems and procedures
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required
The University of Manitoba is seeking detail-drive, organized and proactive individuals to join us on call for casual and temporary Accounting & Finance administrative positions.
If you excel at financial accuracy, have basic accounting knowledge, enjoy supporting budget-focused projects, and thrive in a collaborative office environment, this opportunity offers a meaningful way to contribute to the financial operations of our university community.
As a key member of our support team, you will help maintain smooth and efficient financial workflows. Responsibilities may include:
- Providing financial administrative support for the departments
- Reconciling monthly reports
- Assisting with data collection for preparation of budgetary estimates and forecasting
- Assisting with the coordination of projects, tracking / recording expenditures
- Processing invoices using internal financial systems
- Assisting with expense claim preparation, and procuring goods and services
- Resolving discrepancies
- Preparing and entering journal entries as needed
- Scanning, printing, and photocopying documents
- Providing backup support for other office staff
- Performing other duties as assigned
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
