Faculty Finance & Administration Manager

Durham College•Whitby, ON

6d•CA$98,395 - CA$122,994•Onsite

About The Position

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design. Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world. DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Requirements

A minimum of a 4-year diploma/degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting.
A minimum of 5 years of related experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis.
Strong knowledge of ministry reporting requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports, deliver presentations, and build effective relationships across diverse stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and manage stakeholder expectations.
Demonstrated leadership and staff supervision experience.
High-level organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and collaborative platforms (Teams, OneDrive).
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in all matters related to students, staffing and programming.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation considered an asset.
Project management expertise is considered an asset.
Knowledge of apprenticeship system considered an asset.
Experience with student information systems considered an asset.
Experience with enterprise financial systems, and project management software (e.g., Banner, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Lead operating and capital budget cycles, monitor variances, and ensure alignment with priorities.
Prepare financial analyses, costing models, and reports for leadership.
Oversee procurement processes, compliance with policies, and credit card reconciliations.
Plan, coordinate, and implement faculty-wide and external projects.
Manage timelines, deliverables, logistics, and quality assurance.
Build and maintain partnerships with industry, community, and funding agencies.
Support proposal writing, funding applications, and revenue generation.
Analyze project data and create comprehensive reports.
Supervise and support administrative and student staff.
Develop and maintain SOPs, records management, and risk/compliance systems.
Provide operational support for scheduling, events, accreditation, and professional development.
Contribute to strategic planning and identify efficiencies.
Serve as lead contact with the Ministry (MLITSD) and school boards.
Manage logistics, reporting, and costing for apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and OYAP programs.
Facilitate seat-purchase planning and oversee completion of required ministry forms.
Represent the Faculty on committees and working groups.
Strengthen relationships with internal departments and external partners.
Support outreach, recruitment, and promotional activities to enhance program visibility.