Vice President Finance and Administration

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Finance and Administration to lead financial services and operational efficiency. This pivotal role involves providing strategic advice, overseeing budgeting practices, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant undergraduate degree, strong leadership experience, and exceptional communication skills. Join a vibrant community dedicated to academic excellence and make a significant impact on the institution's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Substantial leadership experience in financial or administrative roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic financial management and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning and ensure long-term financial stability.
• Provide strategic advice to the President and Board of Governors.

Skills

Strategic Financial Management

Transformational Leadership

Risk Assessment

Exceptional Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Undergraduate Degree

MBA

Professional Accounting Designation (CPA or CFA)

Job description

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research.

MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. MRU also boasts one of Canada's elite Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) accredited programs.

With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals.

The Vice President, Finance and Administration, holds a pivotal leadership role overseeing Financial Services, Facilities Management, Information Technology Services, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Event and Theatre Services and Business and Retail Services. Reporting directly to the President and Vice Chancellor and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, this position ensures MRU’s long-term financial stability, operational efficiency, and strategic alignment. Responsibilities include providing strategic advice to the President and Board of Governors, overseeing financial planning and serving as a liaison with governmental bodies and external partners.

The Vice President, Finance and Administration will provide proactive leadership in financial and administrative operations, championing comprehensive budgeting practices, risk mitigation strategies, and rigorous compliance with regulatory and audit standards. This executive will foster strategic engagement and robust relationships with internal stakeholders, as well as external community and governmental partners, to advance institutional objectives and community collaboration.

Candidates should hold a relevant undergraduate degree, which could be complimented either by an MBA or a professional accounting designation (CPA or CFA). The candidate should have substantial leadership experience in financial or administrative roles within public-sector or higher education environments. Demonstrated expertise in transformational leadership, strategic financial management, risk assessment, and exceptional communication skills is required.

The successful candidate will exemplify MRU’s leadership competencies, displaying strategic vision, inspirational leadership, resource mobilization abilities, innovative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to professional integrity and ethical standards.

To explore this opportunity further, please send your CV and Letter of Interest in confidence to “Vice President, Finance and Admin – MRU” at [e-mail].