Lakefield College School (LCS) is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership for both the School and LCS Foundation. Living the Community Experience Relationships and community are what set our school apart. Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) is a leader among Canada’s independent boarding and day schools. It prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience. Because we are predominantly a boarding school, both faculty and staff are required to engage with our community. In return, the school strives to provide competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth. With roughly 440 students joining us from over 40 countries, young people learn and mature best when encouraged to embrace their individuality within a richly diverse and supportive community. We believe that this diversity of perspectives strengthens our community. Serve as Company Officer per School &
• Foundation By-Laws Serve as staff lead for Finance &
• Audit Committees working alongside Chairs Serve as a staff lead on financial risk planning and mitigation Provide full fiscal ownership, responsibility, leadership, and management for School and Foundation Lead annual operating and capital budget planning cycles Manage budget variance analysis and reporting to Leadership Team, Finance Committees, and Boards Ownership of the annual financial audit process and development of Financial Statements for presentation to Finance Committees and Boards for approval Lead annual financial risk register review and assessment Investment &
• Financial Planning Manage LCS short-term cash investments,
operating capital and financing needs in conjunction with banking relationships Oversee management of Foundation endowment policy and investments Develop and implement strategic financial planning with rolling 5-10 year forecasts Develop strategic financial planning for annual and long term forecasting for depreciation and major capital projects Proactively manage the Schools investment funds, driving both short and long term growth Provide senior level leadership and coaching to a team comprised of Director of Finance, Business and Accounting staff and School Stores Provide account analysis and advising for budget managers Manage cash flow forecasting and bank treasury functions, including short term loan financing Ensure budget management and fiscal responsibility for operations and major capital projects Professional accounting designation (CPA) with significant financial leadership experience Proven experience in strategic financial planning and analysis Strong knowledge of investment management and endowment oversight Experience with capital project financial planning you’ll use and enjoy our beautiful campus and facilities
• Staff at LCS have the opportunity to use the facilities on our beautiful campus, along with Northcote Farm. Staff enjoy lunch daily in our dining hall, along with full community lunch on Tuesdays, and can access generous tuition and summer camp discounts. Health and Dental Advantages, EFAP Generous Pension matching program At Lakefield College School, we believe that relationships are at the heart of our community.
Please Note: LCS is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities.
Lakefield College
School is an inclusive, caring community. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses.
Lakefield College
School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come. #
📌 Finance Manager (Financial Planning/Analysis) (Canada)
🏢 CAIS
📍 Canada