Assistant Director, Academic Financial Operations
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director, Academic Financial Operations (Term)
Date Posted: 11/19/2025
Req ID: 46116
Department: Budget, Planning & Finance
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Description: U of T Mississauga is a leading research university in Ontario’s Peel Region. The campus supports 16,500 students, 3,400 faculty, librarians and staff. The position is part of the Budget, Planning & Finance team, reporting to the Director, Academic Finance.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director (AD) works independently under the Director of Academic Finance as a senior member of the Budget, Planning & Finance team. The AD provides financial leadership for the academic, library and research operations, oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and process improvement across a portfolio with a budget of approximately $18 million.
Responsibilities
- Lead the annual budgeting process across the portfolio, coordinating data collection, model development and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepare and deliver extensive financial reporting and analysis to the Dean, senior leadership and approved stakeholders.
- Develop and implement financial policies, procedures and control frameworks to ensure compliance with university and federal regulations.
- Provide financial advice on a wide variety of operational issues and recommend resource allocation decisions.
- Manage a team of analysts and support staff, including recruiting, training, performance management and professional growth.
- Drive significant change initiatives, including process improvement, system implementation and organizational restructuring.
- Oversee quarterly forecasting exercises and operational audit activities, translating findings into actionable recommendations.
Qualifications Required
- Education: University degree and a professional accounting designation (CA, CMA or CGA) or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience in finance and business management.
- Experience: Minimum 7 years progressive experience in budgeting, accounting and financial analysis, including being a trusted advisor and business partner in resolving new, complex issues. Minimum 4 years experience in people management, including recruiting, training and performance management.
- Experience in public accounting firms is considered an asset.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to think strategically.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex financial information to non‑financial audiences.
- Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet applications and familiarity with SAP and other financial and human resources information systems.
- High attention to detail, initiative and a self‑starter attitude.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full‑Time (6‑month term). Closing Date: 11/28/2025 11:59 PM ET. Pay Scale Group: PM 4 – Hiring Zone: $106,705 – $124,491. Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audit. Employee Group: Salaried. Personnel Subarea: PM. Appointment Type: Budget – Term.
Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people with diverse sexual and gender identities.
Accessibility Statement: We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca for assistance.
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Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full timeAssistant Director, Academic Financial Operations (Term) Date Posted: 11/19/2025Req ID: 46116Department: Budget, Planning & FinanceCampus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Description: U of T Mississauga is a leading research university in Ontario’s Peel Region. The campus supports 16,500 students, 3,400 faculty, librarians and staff. The position...
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Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full timeAssistant Director, Academic Financial Operations (Term) Date Posted: 11/19/2025Req ID: 46116Department: Budget, Planning & FinanceCampus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) Description: U of T Mississauga is a leading research university in Ontario’s Peel Region. The campus supports 16,500 students, 3,400 faculty, librarians and staff. The position...
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