Executive Director, Budget, Planning &

• Finance Date Posted: 09/01/2026 Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts &

• Science Department: Faculty Budget, Planning &

• Finance The Faculty of Arts &

• Science (A&S;) is a global leader in higher education and the largest academic division at the University of Toronto – consistently ranked first in Canada and among the top Universities in the world. Home to more than 31,000 undergraduate students, 4,800 graduate students, and over 900 faculty members, A&S; offers an unparalleled breadth of academic opportunities across the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences. Strengthened by deep partnerships with U of T’s seven colleges and other faculties, A&S; delivers a distinctive educational experience and fosters a thriving community of inquiry and innovation. Its alumni network of more than 299,000 graduates spans 175 countries and includes Nobel laureates, Prime Ministers, and leaders in academia, industry, and the arts. A research powerhouse, A&S; advances solutions to pressing global challenges while fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous engagement. To support the Faculty’s continued growth, complexity, and strategic ambitions, A&S; seeks an outstanding leader to serve as its next Executive Director, Budget, Planning &

• Finance . Reporting to the Faculty’s Chief Administrative Officer and leading a team of over 30 staff, the Executive Director will play a critical leadership role in refining and advancing the Faculty's new budget model; strengthening financial planning and forecasting capabilities; and advancing a comprehensive approach to data analytics and decision-making. Serving as the Faculty's senior financial leader and trusted advisor to the Dean, Vice-Deans,



Department Chairs, College Principals, and senior administrators, the Executive Director will advance the Faculty's academic and strategic priorities through sound financial stewardship and evidence-based planning. They will also foster strong partnerships across the U of T, including with central administrative units, constituent colleges, and federated universities, helping to navigate complex resource, policy, and governance considerations in one of North America's leading research-intensive institutions. The ideal candidate is a strategic and highly collaborative leader with significant experience (10+ years) overseeing complex budgets and advising senior decision-makers in a large, multifaceted organization, ideally within the postsecondary sector. They bring robust financial planning, analytical, and data-informed decision-making capabilities, coupled with an understanding of institutional funding, risk management, contracts, and organizational operations. An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, they are adept at influencing key partners, leading change, navigating complexity with sound judgment and political acuity, and building consensus across diverse groups. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with operational excellence, a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion,



and the leadership skills required to advance the Faculty's financial and strategic priorities in alignment with its academic mission. The University of Toronto has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers for this recruitment. In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Schedule: Full-Time Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audit Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members.

Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

📌 Executive Director, Budget, Planning & Finance (Toronto)
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