Financial Lead, Office of the VP (Indigenous) The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global. Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything. The opportunity: Reporting to the Vice-President (Indigenous), the Financial Lead provides strategic leadership and oversight of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and resource management for the Office of the Vice-President (Indigenous) and its reporting units. The role is responsible for the development and administration of operating budgets, financial analysis, accounting services, and expenditure planning, while providing expert advice to the Vice-President on fiscal priorities, resource allocation, and short
- and long-term financial strategies. The Financial Lead analyzes and monitors financial information from a variety of sources to support informed decision-making and ensure financial sustainability. This position oversees budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and financial management across all fund types, including operating, capital, research and grant, trust, and endowment funds. The incumbent works closely with reporting units to assess financial needs, validate expenditure projections, maintain balanced budgets, and support effective stewardship of resources.



The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:
• Bachelors degree is required.
• Professional designation in Accounting, CPA, is required.
• A combination of relevant experience and/or training will be considered.
• Five years’ experience in an accounting-related position directly related to executive administrative at a large institution such as a university, government department, private agency or foundation is required.
• Experience with budgeting financial analysis, accounting and forecasting in a University environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Aurora Finance and Concur are essential. A solid working knowledge of EPIC, Reach-UM, Aurora Student and VIP is required.
• Must function with minimal supervision.
• Must work effectively with others by establishing and maintaining positive collegial relations with colleagues, other university staff, and external partners.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy is required.
• Ability to make sound independent judgements and utilize problem solving abilities is required.
• Ability to perform efficiently under pressure as a result of deadlines, etc. is required.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex tasks and projects is required.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate key elements of complex issues/processes in writing and verbally is required.




• Ability to demonstrate tact and flexibility when dealing with potentially conflicting views and needs is required.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required. Why the University of Manitoba? Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:
• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of career development opportunities. Apply today through the University of Manitoba’s recruitment site, UM Careers: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/DEFAULT.
ASPX?REQ_ID=50702 Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers. The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.
[email protected] or (phone hidden). Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only. Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

📌 Financial Lead, Office of the VP (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg