Date Posted: September 27, 2024

Posting Deadline: October 11, 2024

Department: Financial Services

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 10 ($109,997 - $141,758 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Senior Director, Financial Services to join our Financial Services team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Vice President, Finance and Administration, the Senior Director, Financial Services will:

• Direct and manage the day-to-day operations of the Financial Services functions including accounting, treasury, procurement, reporting and audit, enterprise risk management, and financial planning.
• Ensure that policies and practices are in place to effectively and appropriately manage and account for the University's operating budget, capital budget, and financial resources.
• Lead the University's budget process, provides advice to Executive Management Group (EMG), the Board of Governors and University committees.
• As the senior financial expert, plays a key role in the evolution of the University's financial strategy and acts as a resource to the University.
• Lead, coach and develop a talented team, champions the continuous commitment to providing excellent service and ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Establishes and implements short and long term goals and priorities for identification of critical issues and risks, develops strategies to address them.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Senior Director, Financial Services you will have:

• Undergraduate degree. Professional accounting designation.
• Minimum ten years' experience. Understanding of current accounting policies and practices.
• Supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated progressive leadership experience.
• Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].