Temporary, Director of Finance

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance and Administration, the Manager of Finance is responsible for ensuring the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the Colleges financial and registration operations. As such, the Manager of Finance responsibilities reflect all aspects of financial management, including regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, as well as the development of internal control policies and procedures. The Manager of Finance performs highly technical duties and maintains extensive staffing relationships within the organization.

FTE: 1.0 Permanent

Qualifications:

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in and knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including, but not limited to, Principles and Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB).
• Proven ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections with lens to providing sector specific detail
• In-depth working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting
• Extensive knowledge of provincial and federal financial regulations
• Knowledge of and experience with financial and accounting software applications.
• High level critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong Leadership and team-building skills
• Attention to detail in all areas of work
• Proficient interpersonal and business communication skills
• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a professional accounting designation or a related four-year university degree with demonstrated practical experience at a senior level.
• More than two years of practical, related experience in a senior level accounting and supervisory role is required to perform the duties of this position.

A complete job for this position can be found on the Great Plains College website.