Manager - Finance - CCMPS and LANG

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Staff and Management

Division:
College of Computational Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Requisition

Department: CCMPS-Office of the Dean
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 09/01/2026to08/31/2028

One Role. Two Colleges. University-Wide Impact.

The University of Guelph is seeking an experienced and collaborative finance professional to join the College of Computing, Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) and the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics as Manager, Finance. This unique shared-services role provides strategic financial leadership and support across two dynamic academic colleges, with responsibility for operating, research, trust, and endowment funds.

Reporting jointly to the Directors, Business Operations in both Colleges, the Manager, Finance is responsible for financial planning, reporting, forecasting, compliance, and financial process improvement. The role partners closely with academic and administrative leaders to support informed decision-making and effective stewardship of College resources.

• Lead the development and consolidation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and multi-year financial plans.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify risks, and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and oversee regular and ad hoc financial reporting for College leadership.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls and ensure compliance with University policies, sponsor requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Provide oversight and guidance related to research, trust, and externally funded activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and financial stewardship across both Colleges.
• Provide functional leadership, guidance, and support to colleagues involved in financial administration and reporting.

• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and interpreting financial reports for senior decision-makers.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems, Excel, and reporting tools.
• Experience working in a complex organization with multiple stakeholders; experience in higher education or the broader public sector is considered an asset.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work across two leading academic colleges with combined budgets exceeding $65 million and a broad portfolio of teaching, research, and externally funded activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting financial sustainability, operational excellence, and strategic growth.

At the University of Guelph, you'll join a collaborative community committed to innovation, service excellence, and student success.

Employee Type:
Temporary
Position Number:
Classification: P&M FT
- Band 05

* Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 08/13/2026