Director, Financial Services

Director, Financial Services – St. Lawrence College

Applying for the Director, Financial Services role at St. Lawrence College
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The Director of Financial Services provides leadership and support to the Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Treasury functions in the Financial Services Department. The position is accountable for the development, implementation and maintenance of college financial services that include the financial statements, the financial accounting systems and processes, and their proper functioning to include but not limited to, the general ledger, cash receipts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, commodity taxes and banking processes including investments and cash flow monitoring.

The position involves monitoring various funded programs, the accounting of payroll costs, the college’s operating and capital budgets, and cash flows.

This position is also responsible for providing leadership in the functionality of the College’s Financial Information System (People Soft).

Education and Experience:

• A minimum of a 4-year Degree in the field of accounting or finance.
• A professional designation of CPA (CA/CMA) or CGA is required.
• A minimum of 9 years of progressively responsible experience including financial planning, forecasting, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, etc., following PSAB.
• Supervisory experience including hiring, assigning work, evaluating, performance appraisals, performance management, discipline, professional development, etc.
• Experience/expertise in an ERP financial information system (People Soft).
• Experience and demonstrated ability to provide fiscally sound guidance and advice.
• Experience organizing a heavy workload, setting priorities and meeting strict, non‑negotiable deadlines.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to identify, implement and maintain internal controls and ensure compliance.

Other

Required Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of and expertise in financial accounting systems/processes and their proper functioning – standard business accounting practices, financial reporting and internal controls, accounts payable/receivable, commodity taxes, banking processes, cash flow monitoring.
• Familiar with web-based financial information systems (People Soft preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership ability and project management skills.
• Proficiency with computer applications and related software: word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, database (MS Office Suite); email (Microsoft Outlook);
  Internet.
• Solid understanding of reporting requirements, analysis, forecasting techniques, budgeting process, etc.
• Highly organized and self-directed.
• Highly developed human relations and interpersonal skills.

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college’s Telework Policy.

Admin Group:
Pay Band 13 – $125,153 – $156,441 per annum, commensurate on education and experience. The position is eligible for pay for performance.

Posted Date:
December 19, 2025

Closing Date:
January 8, 2026 (4:00 p.m.)

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialised minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. The College provides a barrier‑free selection process and accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.