Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Type:
Employee
Job Family:
Administrative Upper Management
Faculty/Service - Department:
Office of the Vice-President, Finance and Administration
Campus:
Main Campus
Date Posted:
July 02, 2025
Applications must be received BEFORE**:**
August 04, 2025
Join a Leading Canadian University - Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources
The University of Ottawa is one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities and the largest bilingual (English-French) institution in the world. Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it plays a vital role in the economic, cultural, and civic life of the nation’s capital.
With over 48,000 students and more than 10,000 employees across 10 faculties, the University is committed to excellence in education, research, and service. To support this mission, it is seeking a strategic, visionary, and forward-thinking financial executive to lead a critical portfolio.
The Opportunity
The Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources (AVP) will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the University’s financial and procurement functions. Reporting to the Vice-President, Finance and Administration, and working closely with the Provost and other senior leaders, the AVP provides financial leadership and expert advice to support the institution’s academic and administrative priorities.
The AVP oversees a broad range of portfolios, including:
- Financial Operations
- Financial Reporting
- Research, Trust, and Endowment Accounting
- Procurement Services
- Financial Applications and Systems
This is a key leadership role in the ongoing transformation of administrative services, enabling enterprise-wide financial strategies that drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a collaborative and service-oriented leader who thrives in a dynamic and collegial environment. You bring:
- A minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in financial leadership, ideally within a large, complex institution
- A graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, accounting, business administration)
- A professional accounting designation (CPA)
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic budgeting, financial operations, capital financing, procurement, and risk-informed decision-making
- Bilingualism (French and English) is required.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of one of Canada’s leading universities—contributing to excellence in education, research, and public service.
How to Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.
Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
About University of Ottawa
À l’Université d’Ottawa, la plus grande université bilingue au monde, la population étudiante peut choisir d’étudier en français, en anglais, ou dans les deux langues. Située au cœur de la capitale du Canada, pays du G8, notre université jouit d’un accès direct aux plus grandes institutions du pays.
Ses avancées dans plusieurs disciplines attirent l’attention du monde entier, un reflet de sa passion pour la découverte et de la place qu’elle occupe parmi les 10 plus grandes universités de recherche du Canada.
The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual university in the world, where it is possible for students to study in English, in French, or in both languages. Located in the capital of Canada, a G7 nation, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country.
Our breakthroughs in different disciplines attract global attention, reflecting our ranking among Canada’s top 10 research universities and our ongoing drive to discover.
Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Type:
Employee
Job Family:
Administrative Upper Management
Faculty/Service - Department:
Office of the Vice-President, Finance and Administration
Campus:
Main Campus
Date Posted:
July 02, 2025
Applications must be received BEFORE**:**
August 04, 2025
Join a Leading Canadian University - Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources
The University of Ottawa is one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities and the largest bilingual (English-French) institution in the world. Located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it plays a vital role in the economic, cultural, and civic life of the nation’s capital.
With over 48,000 students and more than 10,000 employees across 10 faculties, the University is committed to excellence in education, research, and service. To support this mission, it is seeking a strategic, visionary, and forward-thinking financial executive to lead a critical portfolio.
The Opportunity
The Associate Vice-President, Financial Resources (AVP) will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of the University’s financial and procurement functions. Reporting to the Vice-President, Finance and Administration, and working closely with the Provost and other senior leaders, the AVP provides financial leadership and expert advice to support the institution’s academic and administrative priorities.
The AVP oversees a broad range of portfolios, including:
- Financial Operations
- Financial Reporting
- Research, Trust, and Endowment Accounting
- Procurement Services
- Financial Applications and Systems
This is a key leadership role in the ongoing transformation of administrative services, enabling enterprise-wide financial strategies that drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a collaborative and service-oriented leader who thrives in a dynamic and collegial environment. You bring:
- A minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in financial leadership, ideally within a large, complex institution
- A graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, accounting, business administration)
- A professional accounting designation (CPA)
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic budgeting, financial operations, capital financing, procurement, and risk-informed decision-making
- Bilingualism (French and English) is required.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of one of Canada’s leading universities—contributing to excellence in education, research, and public service.
How to Apply
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.
Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
About University of Ottawa
À l’Université d’Ottawa, la plus grande université bilingue au monde, la population étudiante peut choisir d’étudier en français, en anglais, ou dans les deux langues. Située au cœur de la capitale du Canada, pays du G8, notre université jouit d’un accès direct aux plus grandes institutions du pays.
Ses avancées dans plusieurs disciplines attirent l’attention du monde entier, un reflet de sa passion pour la découverte et de la place qu’elle occupe parmi les 10 plus grandes universités de recherche du Canada.
The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual university in the world, where it is possible for students to study in English, in French, or in both languages. Located in the capital of Canada, a G7 nation, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country.
Our breakthroughs in different disciplines attract global attention, reflecting our ranking among Canada’s top 10 research universities and our ongoing drive to discover.