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Director, Finance


Company : Colleges and Institutes Canada


Location : Ottawa, Ontario


Created : 2025-06-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join Our Dynamic Team at Colleges and Institutes Canada! Are you ready to make a difference in the world of education? At Colleges and Institutes Canada, were looking for passionate, innovative, and driven individuals to join our team. If youre eager to contribute to a vibrant community and work to strengthen Canadas publicly supported colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, and polytechnics, we want to hear from you! Why Choose Us? Impactful Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advocacy for colleges and institutes across Canada. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a diverse team of professionals committed to excellence. Innovative Culture: Embrace a culture that values creativity, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions. Salary: Obtain a highly competitive compensation package. Ready to Take the Next Step? Dont miss out on the chance to be part of something extraordinary! Position: Director, Finance As the Director of Finance, you will provide leadership and oversight in all aspects of CICans financial services, including planning and budgeting, accounting, reporting, treasury functions, procurement, and risk management. You will ensure these functions are performed in a manner that protects the organizations reputation, safeguards its financial assets, and maintains financial viability. You will work closely with senior leaders and maintain collaborative relationships to meet current and future needs, modernize financial processes, and ensure agile services within a high-performance team environment. You will also play a highly visible role throughout the organization, supporting staff at all levels and contributing to corporate planning, policy discussions, and strategic objectives as a member of CICans Directors Table. What We Are Looking For Strong organizational and leadership abilities Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Ability to lead and influence change effectively Objective and transparent operational style Good analytical skills Resilience and adaptability under pressure Minimum Qualifications and Experience At least 8 years of relevant experience managing financial operations, including external audits, financial reporting, and financial systems administration Proven budgetary and fiscal responsibility Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies and processes Strong networking and relationship-building skills across organizational levels Experience in employee management, including recruitment, coaching, and performance management Knowledge Requirements Finance concepts such as cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting Procurement principles Financial management practices including cash management and banking Investment fundamentals Change management Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial accounting systems Knowledge of Canadian college and institute networks (asset) Educational and Professional Requirements Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation Compensation and Location Salary: $110,475 to $146,340 (MGT II) Status: Permanent Full-Time Location: Ottawa, Ontario (hybrid work environment) Language Requirements Bilingual English and French (written and verbal) Application Process Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and rsum in PDF format before May 11, 2025. CICan is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, BIPOC individuals, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. For accommodations during the hiring process, contact Human Resources at (613) 746-2222 x 5827. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Our offices in Ottawa are located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation. Colleges and Institutes Canada is recognized as one of the 2024 National Capital Regions Top Employers and the Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award recipient. #J-18808-Ljbffr