VP, Finance

Upper Canada College

Toronto

On-site

CAD 150,000 - 250,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Upper Canada College seeks a Vice-Principal, Finance, to lead financial operations and governance within its educational framework. This role demands a seasoned leader with a CPA and a track record in strategic financial management, contributing to the school's mission of cultivating responsible citizens.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a degree in finance or a related field.
Must hold a CPA designation and have experience in educational institutions.
Advanced degrees or additional certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure fiscal sustainability and leadership of finance functions.
Support multiple board committees and oversee financial compliance.
Manage financial operations, governance reporting, and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Strategic Thinking

Governance

Communication

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

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One of North America’s foremost boys’ schools, Upper Canada College provides transformational learning experiences within an environment of teamwork, care, and mutual respect. Founded in 1829 with a commitment to public purpose, UCC is a progressive, high-performance school that values learning, pluralism, service, community, and wellbeing. A UCC experience is about celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives – inspiring each boy to be his best self and to make a lasting and positive impact on his world.

The only all-boys’ International Baccalaureate Continuum World School in North America, UCC enrolls over 1,280 students in Senior Kindergarten through Year 12, including boarding students from around the world. Located in the heart of Toronto on 35 acres of green space, with an additional northern campus for outdoor education, UCC offers extensive learning facilities – from state-of-the-art classrooms and design labs, to professional-calibre theatres, to a dedicated rowing facility in Toronto’s Outer Harbour Marina. UCC has one of the most generous financial assistance programs among independent schools in Canada, offering more than $6 million annually. The College’s graduates are highly regarded by top universities worldwide, and alumni include leaders and innovators in politics, finance, arts, athletics, media, and beyond.

Vice-Principal, Finance

Reporting to the Principal, and a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice-Principal, Finance is UCC’s chief financial officer, responsible for strategic and operational leadership of all finance functions, including the College’s Foundations. The Vice-Principal, Finance also supports multiple board committees and ensures fiscal sustainability in alignment with the College’s mission, strategic priorities, and Campus Master Plan.

With a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration, a Chartered Professional Accountant designation, and ideally an advanced degree and/or additional certifications, the Vice-Principal, Finance will bring a progressive record of successful financial management and leadership in educational institutions or other public or non-profit organizations. The Vice-Principal may also be an experienced private-sector leader with a deep interest in education and a nuanced understanding of governance in the public or non-profit sector. A service-oriented leader and team player, a visionary and strategic thinker, the Vice-Principal, Finance will be skilled in all aspects of strategic financial analysis and leadership, financial operations and compliance, audit, Foundation oversight including endowment reporting and investment transactions, governance and board reporting, risk management and insurance, banking relationships, financial assistance for students, procurement, and contract oversight.

A life-long learner with a long-term view, the Vice-Principal, Finance will always be current, with excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. A collaborator and skilled communicator – calm, adaptive, and inclusive – the Vice-Principal, Finance will mobilize, empower, and build strong relationships with team members, constituents, and partners. As the College approaches its 200th year educating the leaders of tomorrow, this is an opportunity to bring your passion and expertise to that mission – promoting a culture where creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking thrive, and cultivating courageous citizens who advance the common good.

UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and historically marginalized persons. UCC embraces pluralism – celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives. If you are contacted regarding a UCC opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodations. UCC encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

All responses to Caldwell are confidential. For information on Caldwell’s privacy policy, please see: www.caldwell.com/privacy-policy. The appointment will be made as soon as possible. This full-time position is based in Toronto (200 Lonsdale Road, Toronto, ON M4V 1W6). The language of work is English. The successful candidate will have educational qualifications and leadership experience appropriate to the role. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt. Please indicate your interest in Project 250657 at caldwell.thriveapp.ly/job/1245.

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