Job Number:

J0825-0021

Job Title:

Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Type:

Permanent FT Management & non-union Professionals

Bargaining Unit:

Non-bargaining

Location:

Greater Toronto Area

Pay Range:

$98,395.00 - $122,994.00

Pay Band:

11 Admin

Hours/Week:

35

Shift Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm

Date Posted:

August 1, 2025

Closing Date:

August 18, 2025

Centennial College recognizes and affirms Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Indigenous ways of knowing as central to the vibrancy and uniqueness of its learning and working academic mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of Indigenous communities and all equity-deserving groups including Women, Racialized, Persons with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

Position Summary

We are seeking a collaborative and hands-on financial leader to join our team as Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis. This role is responsible for driving the College’s financial planning, forecasting, and analytical processes to support data-informed decision-making and long-term sustainability. The ideal candidate brings deep financial expertise, a passion for continuous improvements, and a collaborative mindset to lead the development and implementation of integrated financial strategies that align with institutional goals.

Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, the manager will coach and lead a high performing team, establish effective planning processes and procedures, provide financial expertise and insights to enhance the overall efficiencies of planning and the allocation of financial resources.

Responsibilities

• Leads the preparation of the annual college budget process including: researches information and best practices; interprets Ministry announcements, guidelines and standards; directs the development of budget tool; prepares budget instructions, guidelines and procedures

• Directs the preparation and control of the operating budgets for the corporate areas

• Provides a leadership role in facilitating input into the budgeting process with key stakeholders.

• Acts as a college-wide liaison/expert for all budget related planning activities, questions, and provides guidance.

• Oversees the monthly and quarterly preparation of reports (revenues & expenses) for all College budgets and projections for year-end, including analyzing and providing explanations for variances to Finance leadership

• Monitors results of operations on a quarterly basis against target to mitigate potential budget overages

• Manages systems and tools and acts as the College’s subject matter expert on related technology

• Ensures compliance with current federal, provincial, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations relating to public institutions of higher education and in keeping with the goals and objectives of the College. Ensures College compliance with the Ministry and College business policies and standards

• Stays informed on current legislation affecting funding and works with the Director FP&A to develop proactive strategies

• Responsible for managing unionized staff including recruiting, training, coaching, performance managing and other human resources related activities

• Establishes, monitors and revises policies and procedures

• Collaborates with stakeholders across the college to support the College’s long-term strategic goals

Qualifications/Experience

• Four (4) year Degree in Business, Accounting or related field

• CPA designation required

• Seven (7) years of progressive relevant experience in financial planning, analysis and reporting; experience within the post-secondary sector preferred

• Experience in revenue and expense management, combined with advanced expertise in public sector financial accounting and reporting

• Demonstrates problem-solving and analytical skills with keen attention to detail

• Proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and make independent, well-informed decisions

• Demonstrates leadership skills; ability to coach and motivate staff to deliver results

• Proven verbal, written communication and presentation skills• Demonstrates a clear understanding of and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion

• Proven experience in influencing, resolving conflict and managing relationships at the senior level

• Able to synthesize large quantities of data to create meaningful information for concise analyses

Apply online: www.centennialcollege.ca/careers

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and must be submitted online by DATE at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J0825-0021. Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities regarding all employment activities, including access to jobs and accommodations during employment as required, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).