Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Specialist, Finance - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Position OverviewThe Finance department is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Specialist.Reporting to the Associate Director Research Accounting, the Robotics Process Automation (RPA) Specialist is part of the RPA Centre of Excellence, established to drive and support the delivery of RPA at the University of Calgary. The RPA team builds on the Universitys goal to increase innovation through continuous improvement and increased efficiency using RPA.The RPA Specialist will lead the RPA process from opportunity identification through to deployment of automations, continuous optimization of processes, leveraging new and existing automated solutions and benefits realization. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing training, guidance and assessing the readiness of faculties/units towards RPA. The RPA Specialist will improve process efficiencies through automation while keeping up to date with and implementing RPA industry best practices. The outcome of the work of this role is to bring value to the University using RPA to eliminate manual work, reduce errors and rework, better serve end users, shift additional capacity to value added activities and allow the University to effectively handle growth over time.This position is expected to handle a high volume of work, managing numerous competing deadlines, complex problem solving, and a wide scope of interaction with a variety of faculties/units across campus. The requirement for utmost confidentiality, discretion, tact, and diplomacy, as well as an extensive knowledge of RPA, University protocols, policies and procedures, are necessary aspects of the position.The demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team player with an open and consultative communication style is a fundamental requirement of this position. The environment is complex, multi-faceted, frequently changing and demanding, which necessitates the ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment.Position DescriptionSummary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Responsible for the leadership and delivery of RPA solutions
• Lead the Universitys RPA process by providing direction, guidance, and ongoing monitoring of all RPA program components (from opportunity identification through to deployment of automations)
• Act as subject matter expert in the communication and execution of RPA requirements
• Facilitate RPA educational workshops and training for faculties/units
• Assess and analyze business processes to identify opportunities for automation and assess readiness of faculties/units towards RPA
• Support the RPA IT Architect to ensure alignment of business process and technology requirements
• Work collaboratively with the RPA Developers to design and document the to-be process (ie Process Design Document, process workflows) and ensure completeness of other key documents associated with each automation
• Lead and implement change management to support changes to business processes, systems and technology impacted by RPA
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with faculties/units to facilitate effective collaboration and timely delivery of RPA solutions to meet organizational objectives
• Define and measure RPA success metrics and monitor progress

Qualifications / Requirements:

• University degree in business, finance, accounting or related field
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA) is an asset
• Ten or more years of progressive work and management experience in various accounting, budget, and analyst functions and demonstrated team leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience implementing RPA projects using BluePrism or related RPA software
• Intermediate to expert user of computer software applications, including enterprise reporting systems, mainframe systems, financial systems, data warehousing, business intelligence tools, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation and training skills
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills with an ability to communicate difficult concepts and influence others to move towards a common objective
• Ability to solve complex problems and lead others to solve complex problems using sophisticated analytical thought and exercising judgment to identify innovative solutions
• Experience in leading business process change and demonstrated change management skills
• Experience with process analysis and mapping, including the ability to translate business requirements into specifications in a technical environment
• High attention to detail and meticulous documentation standards
• Experience working with and presenting to upper management and senior executives

Application Deadline: July 29, 2022We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.Additional InformationThis position is classified in the Professional Career Band, Level 4 of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website.The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.About the University of CalgaryThe University of Calgary is Canadas leading next-generation university - a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nations most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canadas top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.Quick Apply

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