Administration & Finance Manager

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Closing Date: August 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM

DataNB
DataNB is a research institute at the University of New Brunswick and the sole provincial administrative data repository in New Brunswick. We house privacy-protected population-level data, which we use to conduct research that supports informed policy and decision making to promote the health and social prosperity of New Brunswickers. DataNB offers consultation and research services to a variety of stakeholders such as government departments, NGOs and academic researchers in different research streams like education, health and economic policy research. In order to conduct these research services, DataNB follows specific steps and procedures in privacy management, data access, data analysis, reporting, monitoring and evaluation.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 1-Year Term | Fredericton | Hybrid

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we are proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $57,669 - $74,969 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Director, the Administration & Finance Manager oversees all financial management of DataNB including the NB node of the Maritime SPOR Support Unit, preparing financial forecasting, planning and reporting across a wide range of complex accounts.

• Lead the administration and financial operations of a fast-paced research centre managing 20+ concurrent projects with varying financial and reporting requirements.
• Support financial aspects of grants and contracts, including tracking, reconciliation, forecasting, reporting, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain internal financial tracking systems to support reporting accuracy and funding forecasts.
• Liaise with ORS (pre-award, post-award, and industry-government services), Financial Services, and People and Culture to support project and funding requirements.
• Provide financial and administrative guidance to directors, project managers, faculty, and staff.
• Provide strategic, financial and administrative leadership as a core member of the Institutes management team.
• Collaborate with the Director in the preparation and submission of the annual operating budget and proposals for funding.
• Monitor, maintain and review accounts for accuracy and coding; reconcile to budget allocations.
• Prepare journal entries as necessary to close out accounts for year-end.
• Develop strategies to minimize financial risk and support the long-term sustainability of DataNB.
• Liaise with the Director to review and evaluate business procedures and implement new strategies to increase the efficiency of DataNB.

WHAT YOU BRING

• College diploma in business and/or administration.
• 5 years of experience working in an office or an administrative role.
• Strong financial acumen and attention to detail in managing grants, contracts, and compliance requirements.

Additional Strengths

• University degree would be considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills to balance shifting deadlines and competing demands.
• Effective communication skills to provide guidance, training, and strategic support to diverse stakeholders.

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University of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3,200 full- and part-time staff, including faculty, support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026.

UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mi'kmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river, a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.

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WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)

This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.