We are hiring a Finance Director to join the School of Medicine! This newly created role leads the development and implementation of school-wide financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and resource management strategies that advance the academic, research, and operational priorities of the School of Medicine.

Serving as a trusted strategic advisor, the position provides expert financial counsel to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Dean, and senior leadership by assessing long-term financial implications, recommending evidence-based solutions, and ensuring alignment with broader University policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.

This role oversees the financial operations of the School of Medicine, supporting budgeting, reporting, financial compliance, and informed decision-making. As required, the Director also provides professional financial and advisory support to the Integrated Health Centre, including support for external financial reporting and audit requirements, where access to TMU financial systems or institutional financial expertise is needed, in close collaboration with TMU Financial Services and the University Planning Office.

In addition, the Director conducts financial research and analysis to inform policy development and long-term planning, and represents the CAO and the School of Medicine in TMU-wide planning discussions and committees.

Responsibilities include:

• Strategic planning, financial forecasting and advising
• Capital infrastructure management
• Financial planning, budgeting and management
• Strategy and external collaboration
• Financial evaluation and program analysis
• Accounting management, reporting & analysis
• HR management

Leaders at TMU are required to demonstrate the following Leadership Competencies:

• Acts with Integrity: Demonstrates behaviors aligned with high ethical standards and personal integrity and acts in accordance with TMU values.
• Builds Relationships of Trust & Collaboration: Actively builds a culture of trust and fosters meaningful relationships.
• Leads Inclusively: Creates an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, recognized, empowered to achieve their potential, and valued for their differences.
• Demonstrates Organizational Acumen: Understands and respectfully navigates complex internal and external environments using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact.
• Drives Vision & Results: Creates and implements a vision grounded in sound decision-making to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Completion of a university degree program in finance, accounting, business or public administration, or a relevant field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial management within a post-secondary, public sector, or MUSH (municipalities, universities, school boards, hospitals) environment, including experience managing complex budgets, government funding, and resource planning.
• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• Demonstrated work experience in statistical analysis to support forecasting, financial modelling, and program/project viability assessments.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including variance analysis and financial interpretation.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis measurement theory to support forecasting, modelling, and program/project viability assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting and finance principles and associated technical and security considerations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Google Sheet and financial systems/software applications to support modelling and reporting.
• Knowledge of post-secondary education systems, funding structures and sector-specific financial issues.
• Demonstrated skill in developing and implementing financial policies, procedures and processes for new or evolving business initiatives.
• Strong project and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to convey complex financial information with stakeholders.
• Troubleshooting skills, particularly in identifying causes of financial variances.
• Ability to work on team-based projects, and prepare and present accurate reports to senior management.
• Ability to organize and manage a complex financial process with accuracy and consistency.
• Systems-wide thinking skills, with ability to assess financial and operational implications across units and stakeholder groups.

Position Number 20004960 Reports To Chief Administrative Officer Department School of Medicine Employee Group MAC Vacancy Type Term (this is a current position) Work Location Hybrid
Note: The primary work location for this role is the School of Medicine campus in Brampton. Start Date ASAP End Date 2 years from start date Hours of Work 36.25 Grade D61 Salary Scale $95,259 - $152,167 Hiring Salary Range $95,259 - $123,713 Posting Date March 23, 2026 Application Close Date Posted until filled

• Qualified MAC employees will be interviewed before members of other employee groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University's sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.