Strategic Finance Manager, Higher Education & Grants

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Metropolitan University seeks a Finance Manager for Zone Learning & Strategic Initiatives to lead financial strategy, budgeting, grants, and governance across the portfolio. You will partner with senior leaders to shape short- and long-term financial plans while ensuring strong controls and audit readiness.

You will supervise and coach staff, develop financial capabilities in unit leads, and implement processes that improve efficiency and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in a financial, business, or related program.
• A recognized Professional Accounting Designation will be an asset.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of financial management experience in a university/post-secondary setting.
• Experience leading staff and cross-unit teams, preferably within a public sector, higher education, or unionized environment.
• Experience in grant management, internal controls, and audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Strategic financial planning and advisory for the portfolio including models and dashboards.
• Oversee annual operating budget, forecasting, and grant management.
• Ensure financial governance, controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee operations, processes, and system improvements across the portfolio.
• Lead, supervise, and develop staff with financial guidance and training.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in finance or related field

Professional accounting designation (asset)

Tools

Grant management

Internal controls

Job description

Toronto Metropolitan University seeks a Finance Manager for Zone Learning & Strategic Initiatives to lead financial strategy, budgeting, grants, and governance across the portfolio. You will partner with senior leaders to shape short- and long-term financial plans while ensuring strong controls and audit readiness.

You will supervise and coach staff, develop financial capabilities in unit leads, and implement processes that improve efficiency and decision-making.