THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Senior Manager, Finance At VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. The OpportunityReporting to the Executive Director, Finance, the Senior Manager
- Finance is responsible for leading VSB’s core accounting operations, including financial accounting, treasury, and financial reporting. The Senior Manager – Finance ensures sound financial management, robust internal controls over financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and timely, accurate financial reporting in accordance with Board policy, legislation, Ministry requirements, and public-sector accounting standards.



Provides leadership and direction to the Accounting team. Develops, implements, and ensures compliance with administrative procedures and internal controls over financial reporting across accounting, banking and treasury operations. Leads the teams by establishing goals, developing implementation plans, and evaluating results. Leads by example, displays, enacts and promotes leadership qualities requisite to a role of this scope. Manages workforce planning, workload planning, performance management, career development, recruitment, retention, and labour relations within assigned areas. Financial Reporting & Accounting Ensures fiscal responsibility and accountability across the school system through the application of sound accounting practices, internal controls, and financial management. Leads the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of internal control frameworks to safeguard VSB assets and ensure compliance with legislation, Board policy, Ministry requirements and accounting standards. Oversees and directs the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and financial reports, including analysis of results and explanation of variances. Creates, manages, and directs the monthly financial close process, including review of account reconciliations, fund balances and resolution of discrepancies or internal control issues.



Conducts and oversees intricate financial and variance analysis to support senior leadership and Board decision
- making. Analyzes complex financial information and prepares reports to support strategic, operational, and financial planning decisions. Prepares clear, accurate, and astutely framed financial commentary that demonstrates sound judgment, communicates complex matters effectively, through financial statement discussion and analysis and accompanying financial statement notes. Demonstrates a sound understanding of fund accounting and revenue recognition principles, including their application to financial reporting, analysis, and disclosure requirements as they apply to public sector. Ensures that treasury accounting, cash management, and revenue recognition transactions are accurately recorded and reported in VSB’s financial records. Provides financial analysis, guidance, and oversight—including year-over-year and budget-to-actual variance analysis—to support informed decision-making by senior management and the Board in relation to budgets and financial planning. Treasury Has primary responsibility for oversight and strategic management of the VSB’s cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational and capital obligations. Manages the District’s banking relationships, including oversight of banking agreements, authorized signing authorities, security access, and segregation of duties for all banking activities. Establishes and maintains controls over all cash receipts and disbursements, including government funding, grants, donations, locally generated revenues, and electronic payment methods. Leads the strategic management of cash balances and investments, optimizing investment income within the p

📌 Senior Manager, Finance (Winnipeg)
🏢 Vancouver School Board
📍 Winnipeg