$57,583.50 - $70,356 CAD yearly
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.
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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.
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.
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.