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Department

Academic Finance Operations

Position Type

Full-Time Administrative

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36.25

Anticipated Start Date

August 10, 2026

Length of Contract

n/a

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date

July 30, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Director, Academic Finance Operations, the Finance Manager provides cross departmental leadership in financial strategy, budget development, quarterly budget reviews, position control, enrolment planning and analytical reporting for assigned schools/departments within the Academic area. This position maintains functional reporting relationship and accountability to their associated Deans/Directors when leading the day-to-day financial management and operations, enrolment/activity forecasting, contract administration, position control, and supervision of budget officers. They support Deans/Directors and Chairs/Managers across their assigned schools/departments to ensure consistent and accurate financial and enrolment practices and analysis across the College’s Academic Area. The incumbent integrates multi-year financial projections (including enrolment projections) with space, equipment evergreening and HR plans (operating and capital funding) and delivers reliable analytics that inform program viability, resource allocation and contribution targets for their assigned schools/departments.

The incumbent is responsible for managing a large and complex multi-million-dollar budget where their multi-year enrolment and financial projections are paramount to the overall College financial sustainability. The incumbent ensures compliance with General Accepted Accounting Principles, internal financial controls and operational procedures within the Academic Area and ensures that financial and operational reconciliations and reports are completed to meet management and contract requirements. As part of the Academic Portfolio Strategic Framework, they exercise disciplined stewardship of college resources and provide evidence-based recommendations to Deans/Directors for strategic decision-making that consider risk, sustainability, and school-wide program mix impact during the Annual Portfolio Performance Review. They explore and provide insights for program/initiative alternatives and mitigations strategies for programs/initiative under review.

The incumbent leads, manages and implements new initiatives related to usage of enterprise-wide accounting and HR systems. This position is responsible for managing a variety of information and enterprise systems to support the schools/departments, Deans/Directors, Chairs/Managers and College stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management & Operations

Full responsibility and accountability for developing short, medium and long-term financial operating and capital plans for annual budget of $30-$60M.

Analysis, Reporting and Business Intelligence

Analyzes cost reports, KPI trends, retention data, positions and salary, enrolment and financial drivers affecting schools / programs / contracts / initiatives operations and prepares recommendations for costing improvements.

Contract Administration and Business Development

Reviews and interprets contract terms and conditions to assist in cost recovery, risk minimization and successful delivery of educational services.

Space and Equipment Requirement

Manages the facilities of the schools/departments by analysing the space requirements for new and existing program offerings/initiatives.

Leadership & Operations Management

Manages, coaches and develops staff in their daily assignments, creating an effective working environment for the staff and effective service delivery environment. Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Minimum four (4) year degree in Business Administration, Business Commerce (or related); Equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience may be accepted in place of formal education; Certified Professional Accounting Designation (CPA); Minimum seven (7) years' experience in; Experience in senior financial and business planning role, with a strong record of delivering quality outcomes within a defined scope, time and cost parameters, as well as the analysis and development of complex budgets comprised of diverse activity involving both unionized and non-unionized human resources; Experience in a financial environment within a post-secondary institute; Experience leading teams and managing deliverables in a matrixed environment; Experience working with and presenting to upper management and senior executives; Experience in the development and analysis of complex budgets; Demonstrate success in building and sustaining effective working relationships and openness to enable effective information-sharing at all levels of the organization; Experience in large organization financial, budget, HR and accounting systems; Experience developing staff in order to accomplish succession plans and strategic goals; Experience in all phases of business process design and redesign; Experience in the preparation of financial statements and reports for all levels. Experience in investigating and explaining variances; Experience with provincial government funding; Demonstrated organizational skills; Minimum of nine years of progressive experience in Advanced Excel and other software packages (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Accounting, Database).

*Position is paid at Pay Band 11 *Vacancy is for P23256

This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change).

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Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.