Vice President, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Chief Financial Officer

St. Laurence College; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; CAD 146,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Vice President of Finance, Procurement, and Risk Management to lead financial operations and strategic initiatives. This pivotal role involves collaborating with the College Leadership Team to align financial strategies with institutional goals while fostering a client-centered approach. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior leadership roles, demonstrating strong negotiation and analytical skills. This position offers an opportunity to influence and shape the financial landscape of the institution, ensuring operational excellence and compliance. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of senior leadership experience in Finance, Procurement, and Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of strategic planning and ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance, procurement, and risk management functions.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and ensure compliance with governance.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Budget Management

Conflict Resolution

Team Building

Education

4-year degree in policy, management, or business

Certification as a Certified General Accountant (CGA)

3-year degree with applicable experience

Job description

Vice President, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Chief Financial Officer

• Job ID: ADMN-24/25-084
• Location: Kingston (with Tri-Campus Responsibilities)
• Deadline: May 13, 2025
• Job Type: Administrative/Management
• Start Date: Immediately
• Department: Belonging, People, Culture, and Integrated Client Services
• Number of Positions: 1
• Duration: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Vice President (VP) of Finance, Procurement, Risk Management Services and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) reports directly to the SVP Belonging, People, Culture and Integrated Client Services and the President and CEO for all governance and Board reporting requirements, ensuring the accurate and timely submission of financial reports to the Board of Governors. In this capacity, the VP also provides strategic financial guidance to the President, aligning financial strategies with institutional objectives. Additionally, the VP serves as the Treasurer of the Board of Governors, contributing to financial governance and oversight.

In their primary role, the VP oversees the finance, procurement, and risk management functions. This includes managing financial operations, ensuring legal compliance, overseeing procurement processes, and leading risk management initiatives to mitigate potential risks.

This position actively collaborates with the College Leadership Team (CLT) and all organizational levels, providing hands-on leadership and operational direction to the Financial Services, Legal, Risk Management, and Procurement teams. The VP ensures that all services align with the college's operational and strategic goals, while prioritizing a client-centered, service-oriented approach to foster success and meet the needs of the college community.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a 4-year degree in policy, management, business along with certification as a Certified General Accountant (CGA). A 3-year degree along with applicable experience and the CGA designation will also be considered.

A minimum of 13 years of experience including senior leadership roles and progressive experience in Finance, Procurement, Legal and Risk Management. Senior contract administration experience along with public sector experience are required.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the strategic plan of the College and strategic initiatives
• Leadership and the ability to influence at all levels of the College
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Strategic and analytical thinking, planning and resource management
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables while ensuring alignment with institutional priorities
• Ability to balance short-term operational demands with long-term strategic initiatives
• Ability to build and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment
• Ability to manage performance through coaching and feedback

This opportunity is available as remote work from an Ontario location. Candidates interested in remote, on campus, or a hybrid work arrangement should feel free to apply.

Salary & Terms

• Admin Group: Pay Band 15: $146,373 - $195,162 per annum, commensurate on education and experience. In addition to the salary, the position is eligible for pay for performance.

How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the Apply Here link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People, & Culture at [e-mail] .

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.