Financial Services

Thunder Bay

Full-time

Permanent

Overview

The Assistant Manager, Treasury plays a vital role in providing financial, operational, and strategic leadership for Lakehead University’s financial functions. This position ensures the accurate and timely processing of payments, effective cash flow management, compliance with internal audit controls, and strong oversight of financial policies. As a key member of the Financial Services team, the incumbent also supports strategic initiatives through analysis, policy implementation, and system administration, while supervising a team of professionals and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Treasury and Financial Oversight

• Monitor payments of all university expenditures
• Maintain debt management records and oversee long-term debt obligations.
• Responsible for various financial reporting requirements.
• Support the university’s tax compliance and coordinate with CRA and external auditors.

Accounts Payable (AP) and Vendor Management

• Supervise the Accounts Payable team, ensuring efficient and compliant payment processes.
• Conduct internal audits of disbursements and monitor for fraud prevention.
• Manage EFT and cheque processes, and implement process improvements. Administer Global Systems payment gateway and reporting.

Systems Administration and Training

• Act as administrator for SAP/Concur Travel Expense System, including setup, configuration, and user training.
• Ensure timely uploads of data to the Ellucian ERP system and maintain accurate vendor information.
• Liaise with external system providers and support new technology integrations.

Policy Compliance and Advisory

• Perform internal audits for policy compliance and provide interpretation on HST and other taxation matters.
• Design and implement financial policy reviews.
• Provide support to departments on financial policy matters and participate in collective agreement negotiations.

Institutional Representation and Additional Responsibilities

• Represent the Financial Services office on university committees and in COPE negotiations.
• Actively contribute to operational planning and special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the university’s financial integrity.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, preferably with a major in Accounting.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience in a financial environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. Ellucian) and advanced Excel skills. • In-depth understanding of fund accounting and public sector accounting standards.
• Knowledge of Canadian taxation, including the Income Tax Act, Excise Tax Act, and Retail Sales Tax Act.
• Experience with SAP/Concur and electronic payment systems is an asset.
• Proven ability to interpret policies, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Familiarity with collective agreements, particularly COPE, and relevant employment legislation.
• Understanding of Lakehead University’s mission, policies, and institutional priorities is preferred.

Benefits Information

Why Lakehead University?

Application Deadline:

Monday, July 21, 2025 - 11:59pm

Contact Information:

humanres@lakeheadu.ca

Reference Number:

SCHII-25-39

Application Deadline:

Monday, July 21, 2025 - 11:59pm

Yes, eligible for benefits

Contact Information:

humanres@lakeheadu.ca

Reference Number:

SCHII-25-39