Manager, Financial Services

To display this page you need a browser with JavaScript support. Job Number: J0626-0320 Job Title: Manager, Financial Services Job Type: Continuing Full Time Department: Office of the VP Academic and Provost Job Category: Administrative Number of Positions: 1 Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 10/07/2026 Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 26/07/2026 Salary (with Salary Rate): 100,264.00 - 130,343.00/Year Assignment Duration From: 01/08/2026 Employee Group: Non-Union Salary Level: NU06 Hours Per Week: 35 Date Position Available: 01/08/2026 About Carleton University Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world. Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023, 2024 and 2025, and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work. The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values. Duties And Responsibilities Responsible for managing all financial aspects of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) as well as the President and Vice-Chancellor Divisions including the sub-units within those portfolios. The role oversees day-to-day financial operations within the offices under its authority including both short- and long-term resource allocation and financial controls, conducting unit-level reviews and analyses to interpret data, identify trends, and providing regular advice and counsel to executive leaders. The position supports the preparation of the annual operating budgets for these Divisions. Qualifications The incumbent must possess the following qualifications: Knowledge of finance, budget, and administration policies, procedures, and processes Knowledge of internal controls, audit, and accounting practices and processes Knowledge of relevant governing legislation Knowledge of office as well as the broader university administrative and academic units, departments, and divisions Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet competency, discipline-specific software, enterprise software Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity in a business context Education And Experience The above is normally acquired through the completion of: Completion of bachelor’s degree (preferably in Accounting or related financial studies) Current Chartered Professional Accountant designation required. Membership in good standing must be maintained as a requirement of this position. Minimum of five years of previous finance, budget, and administration experience with solid knowledge of GAAP (NPO GAAP an asset), internal controls and auditing principles Minimum of three years of financial leadership experience HR Note Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions. Health and Safety Requirements This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume. View complete position description View Disclaimer You must login first before attempting to apply for any postion. Please confirm that you have updated your candidate profile, if you are a returning applicant. Please note your profile includes important screening information.

The role manages all financial aspects and day-to-day operations for the Provost and President's divisions. It involves overseeing resource allocation, conducting unit-level reviews, and supporting the preparation of annual operating budgets.

Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and a current Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Candidates must have at least five years of finance and budget experience and three years of financial leadership experience.

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• Financial Management
• Budgeting
• Internal Controls
• Audit
• Accounting Practices
• GAAP
• Financial Leadership
• Resource Allocation
• Financial Analysis
• Enterprise Software
• Cultural Competency
• Diversity Management

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Education
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week

Seniority

Director