Director, Corporate Planning

Job Summary Position: Director, Corporate PlanningDepartment: Finance and Administrative ServicesType: Full-Time AdministrativeSalary: $132,338.00 - $176,451.00 annuallyScheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25Start Date: January 05, 2026Posting Closing Date: November 21, 2025 Job Description Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth 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. About The Role As Director, Corporate Planning, you will be at the heart of shaping Algonquin College’s financial future. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead the development of the College’s operating and capital budgets, drive strategic financial planning, and influence decisions that affect the entire institution. You’ll collaborate with senior leadership to align financial resources with the College’s strategic and business plans, ensuring long‑term sustainability and fiscal integrity. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning and Forecasting Lead the development of operational and capital financial plans aligned with the College’s Strategic Plan and long‑term sustainability goals. Coordinate intermediate and long‑range financial modeling and scenario planning to assess risks and ensure flexibility in projections. Conduct research and analysis to evaluate new projects and initiatives, identifying financial and institutional impacts and recommending actions. Monitor financial performance of operations and capital projects, oversee variance analysis, and guide quarterly revenue and expenditure updates. Stay current with updates from the Board of Governors, Executive Team, Budget Committee, and Ministry to ensure financial plans reflect evolving priorities and requirements. Budget Administration Collaborate with the CFO to develop annual operational and capital budget targets and oversee Finance department budget preparation. Establish revenue and expenditure assumptions for the annual budget and five‑year pro forma for Executive Team approval. Maintain the College’s five‑year Capital Investment Plan to support strategic and business planning. Lead the preparation of all financial components of the annual budget, including instructions and templates. Advise leadership on budget matters, review departmental requests, and recommend allocation changes to the CFO. Support position planning in coordination with HR to align with strategic workforce goals. Provide budget guidance and analytical support to managers and stakeholders across the College. Coordinate production of the Budget Book and related materials for Board approval and community communication. Develop and maintain effective budgeting systems and models aligned with best practices and external funding frameworks. Review and propose changes to budget model (such as Responsibility Centre Management (RCM)) allocations to ensure relevance and accuracy across academic and service areas. Budget, Models, and Planning Systems Oversee budgeting and financial planning systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness across College operations. Analyze and enhance budgeting methods, tools, and procedures to support strategic financial decision‑making. Develop and maintain forecasting and scenario models to accurately project financial outcomes. Advance modeling tools to support medium‑ and long‑term financial planning and sustainability. Collaboration and Support Maintain contacts and build strong working relationships within the College, with Ministry officials, and senior finance officers at other colleges. Support the Chief Financial Officer at meetings of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, and the Algonquin College Executive Team through attendance at meetings and by presenting budget related topics as required. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Minimum four (4) year bachelor’s degree or equivalent. A Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation is required. Education, training or coaching in lean management principles is required. Master’s degree in business administration would be considered an asset. Minimum nine (9) years of senior level experience including responsibility for annual budget development, preparation of Quarterly Financial Forecasts and other budget and scenario planning models. Demonstrated experience operating in an environment following the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards for Government Not‑for‑Profit Organizations (PSAS). Demonstrated strategic planning experience. Demonstrated experience successfully leading the operating and capital budget development process for a large institution. Demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including design, implementation, and maintenance. The incumbent must have strong leadership and organizational skills to lead a team with a large number of deadlines and deliverables. Strong communication skills to enable effective presentations of complex financial, statistical and other information to be made to the Board of Governors, Algonquin College Executive Team, and meetings of College managers and staff. In addition, there is an ongoing requirement for producing reports, analyses, letters, and memorandums which require excellent writing skills. Demonstrated experience/expertise operating in an Enterprise Resource Planning system. Why Join Algonquin College? Compensation: We offer a competitive base salary that reflects your skills and experience and comprehensive benefits that include health, dental, and retirement plans that ensure your well‑being and peace of mind. Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Flexible Work Arrangement Policy: This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy (subject to change). Learn more at Apply Now If you’re ready to embrace this exciting leadership opportunity and help shape the financial future of Algonquin College, we want to hear from you. Join us in driving innovation, empowering student success, and making a lasting impact—apply today. This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy (subject to change). Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr