Director, Administration & Finance

University of New Brunswick; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Brunswick seeks a Director of Administration & Finance to oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance to a dedicated team. This role requires significant experience in financial management, a CPA designation, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment. UNB offers a comprehensive benefits package including a pension, vacation time, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Full pension

Minimum of three weeks vacation annually

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Dental, life, and health insurance

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in progressively responsible positions.
• 5 years of supervisory and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to departmental staff.
• Serve as key financial advisor and lead financial management.
• Collaborate on strategic initiatives and manage IT projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Aptitude

Education

Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline

Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Job description

Closing Date : June 27, 2025 at 4 : 00 PM

Capital Planning & Operations is a team of approximately 130 employees that take tremendous pride in the campus and deliver exceptional service that supports the University of New Brunswick's mission, vision, and values. You will be a part of a motivated team of professionals who are always striving to make our campus a safe, sustainable, accessible, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and community.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | Continuing | Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours : Mon - Fri | 7 : 45 am - 4 : 00 pm | 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)

Salary : commensurate with qualifications & experience

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Assistant Comptroller, the Director, Administration & Finance directly supervises and mentors a dedicated team of four individuals within the areas of payroll processing, accounts payable, procurement, invoicing, and ITS. This position provides critical financial advice and information to the University community.

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to departmental staff, setting clear goals and supporting growth through feedback, coaching, and mentoring.
• Serve as key financial advisor to the Assistant Comptroller, Directors of Capital Planning and Operations, and the AVP Capital Planning and Operations.
• Lead financial management, reporting, and control for Capital Planning and Operations on both campuses.
• Oversee financial transaction processing to ensure accuracy, resolve discrepancies, perform reconciliations and audits, and liaise with external auditors.
• Collaborate with Financial Services and Capital Planning on strategic initiatives and multi-year planning efforts.
• Provide strategic oversight and planning for Capital Planning and Operations IT programs in partnership with ITS across both campuses.
• Drive operational efficiency and process simplification by leveraging technology and enhancing internal controls to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Lead all Capital Planning and Operations IT projects, ensuring alignment with departmental priorities and user needs.
• Develop and implement annual strategic IT plans with defined goals, activities, and performance metrics.
• Coordinate ongoing development and management of the department's computerized maintenance management system in collaboration with ITS and other university units.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline with a Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.
• 10 years' experience in progressively responsible positions, preferably within a complex, multi-stakeholder, unionized environment.
• 5 years of supervisory and leadership experience, demonstrating an ability to be open-minded, flexible and adaptable

Additional Strengths

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Aptitude for understanding new technologies and experience managing a computerized maintenance management system.
• Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to co-ordinate and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong working knowledge of government regulations.
• Ability to provide clear, concise and well-researched explanations to questions and / or concerns.
• Ability to create and foster a team environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with applicable financial laws / regulations (e.g. CRA).

Additional Information

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)

This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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