Manager, Financial Services

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.

he 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.