Manager, Budget and Analysis, Financial Services Position No.: JOBPOST-2026-001285

Salary:
$ 90,389
- $ 112,681 per year Competition ends: Tuesday, July 14th at 4:00 pm Reporting to the Director, Planning & Budgeting, the Manager, Budgets & Analysis leads the development, monitoring, and evaluation of the university's operating budget. The role provides strategic financial insight,ensures compliance with provincial reporting requirements, and supports evidence-based decision-making across academic and administrative units. This position oversees budgeting processes, financial modelling, and analytical reporting to help the institution allocate resources effectively and sustainably. Budget Development & Management
- Leads the planning and development of the university's budget, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and financial sustainability.
- Coordinate the annual operating budget timeline and guidance for all faculties and administrative units.
- Prepare and present comprehensive budget reports to stakeholders, including Board committees and external partners, highlighting variances, trends, and financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Review budget submissions for specific alignment with the University’s strategic priorities and long-term viability.
- Provide leadership and guidance to budget holders, ensuring priorities are aligned with overall goals and objectives.
- Develop complex financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support institutional strategic planning.
- Prepare and assist in the analyses on various budget planning proposals in support of the University’s strategic planning process.
- Analyze long-term trends in revenues, expenses, enrolment, and funding to inform institutional decision-making.




- Respond to questions and concerns regarding budgets and expenditures.
- Review expenditure requests to ensure sufficient funds are available.
- Assist in the forecast and projection of faculty and staff FTE (full-time equivalency) and costing. Budget System Administration and Enhancement
- Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to optimize the use of ERP, planning, and reporting platforms.
- Serve as a Power User for the ERP financial planning and budgeting system and is the primary point-of-contact for day-to-day support, integrations, reporting, and dashboards.
- Oversee budget work processes, policies, and procedures; review, analyze, and recommend best budgeting practices.
- Implement budgeting process enhancements to provide efficient, timely, and accurate reporting (e.g., position budgeting and control).
- Oversee the maintenance of the university’s organizational charts to reflect budgeted positions.
- Manage reporting and tracking of full-time and part time faculty workloads, maintaining changes, supporting users, and reviewing and testing implementation.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance budgeting tools, processes, and reporting capabilities.
- Develop and maintain documentation, policies, and procedures related to budgeting and financial analysis.
- Serve as a key advisor to deans, directors, and administrative leaders on budget strategy, financial performance, and resource planning.




- Facilitate training and guidance for budget owners to strengthen financial literacy and accountability across the university.
- Collaborate with units to integrate financial data with workforce and operational planning.
- Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and long-term sustainability.
- Produce quarterly reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with university and provincial standards.
- Analyze trends in revenues, expenses, enrolment, and funding to inform institutional decision-making.
- Support the preparation of reports required by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities,Research Excellence and Security (MCURES), including SMA-related financial components and other mandated submissions. Other Duties
- Perform other duties within the professional scope and skill level of the position, in full compliance with applicable legislation, university policies, and collective agreements. Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or in a related field.
- Five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.
- One(1) to three (3) years of experience in a managerial role is preferred.
- Chartered Professional Accountant(CPA) certification is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, attention to detail, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to handle, secure, and analyze large research d

📌 Manager, Budget and Analysis, Financial Services (Toronto)
🏢 Laurentian University
📍 Toronto