Financial Analyst, Student Accounts

Position Title: Financial Analyst, Student Accounts Department: Finance Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Classification: MPE Band D Salary Range: $57,583.50 - $70,356 Posting Date: August 5, 2026 Closing Date: August 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM AST

Position Description

StFX University is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to manage the daily processing of student fees and payments while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of student account transactions. This role is responsible for reconciling transactions between Banner and the University's financial system (OneSolution), completing scheduled audits, analyzing student account charges and credits, resolving discrepancies, and identifying process improvements to prevent future issues. The successful candidate will also perform monthly account reconciliations, support cyclical financial processes, and provide backup support to the Manager, Student Accounts. Strong organizational, investigative, time management, and advanced Excel skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process daily student payments, including online payments, student loans, wire transfers, and other deposits, investigating and resolving unidentified transactions.

• Maintain accurate student accounts by synchronizing Banner transactions with the University's financial system (OneSolution), updating holds, and processing non-tuition charges.

• Review and approve student refund requests within assigned authority and support student account workflows.

• Perform monthly account reconciliations, year-end reconciliations, and monitor the accuracy of electronic funds transfer (EFT) refund processes.

• Analyze and audit student accounts by running integrity reports, identifying discrepancies, and making adjustments to ensure accurate tuition, fee, housing, and financial aid charges.

• Process cyclical student account activities, including tuition benefits, student account adjustments, tax forms, senior discounts, disability-related adjustments, and late fee assessments.

• Collaborate with internal departments and external organizations, including Financial Aid, the Registrar's Office, student loan providers, financial institutions, and sponsoring agencies to ensure efficient student account services.

• Serve as backup to the Manager, Student Accounts by overseeing financial and transcript holds, approving refunds, and supporting operational decision-making during absences.

• Provide backup support for university deposit processing, Student Accounts Clerks, Welcome Day activities, and other departmental operations as required.

• Contribute to continuous improvement by investigating account issues, identifying root causes, and recommending process enhancements to improve accuracy and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, with experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance and reconciliation.

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting or financial operations experience (preferably in a public sector or higher education environment).

• Strong MS Office, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reconciliations, data analysis).

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities autonomously, large transaction volumes, and meet deadlines.

• High level of integrity and accountability.

• Service-oriented mindset with a commitment to supporting the university community.

To apply for this opportunity, click the "Quick Apply" button and upload your cover letter and resume as a single combined PDF document (maximum 6 MB). Only one file can be uploaded per application.

StFX is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.ca or 902-867-5038.

About St. Francis Xavier University

Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of today’s undergraduates by providing the very best academic experience - outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada’s most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here, the focus is on the academic and personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world.

In 2026, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 for reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more, visit www.stfx.ca.

About Antigonish, Nova Scotia

The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information, visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.