REPORT TO: Head of SchoolPOSITION GROUP: Senior Leadership TeamSTATUS: Full-Time, PermanentAt Calgary French & International School (CFIS), exceptional education is supported by solid leadership, responsible stewardship, and a commitment to excellence. As we experience significant enrolment growth and campus expansion, we are seeking a strategic, forward-thinking director of finance to help guide our financial sustainability and future development. Guided by our values of We Care, We Connect, We Strive, and We Grow, CFIS is a collaborative and ambitious school community.

The Director of Finance will be a key member of our leadership team, bringing financial expertise, sound judgment, and strategic insight to support informed decision‑making and responsible growth. Purpose of the PositionCFIS’s Director of Finance will be a self‑motivated, methodical and conscientious leader. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to the strategic plan and strategic financial plan, will ensure the financial health of the school and the feasibility of strategic decisions, and will support financial activities to allow the school’s Board of Directors to meet its fiscal responsibilities.

They will oversee the operations of the school’s Finance and Human Resources Departments, and as such will lead, coach and manage two direct reports for high performance. The Director of Finance will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and will work closely with the Head of School, Assistants Head of School and Departmental Directors. Prepare quarterly financial statements and variance analyses for the CFIS Society.

Implement and maintain effective financial policies and procedures to ensure financial integrity.



Provide senior leadership team with monthly departmental/divisional financial reports. Work closely with senior leadership team and provide financial leadership and strategic insight to the Head of School.

Lead and coach the Finance and Human Resources Departments to ensure that the department’s stakeholders see the departments as an operational partner in achieving their goals. Business planning, budget development, and performance measurement. In collaboration with the Head of School and senior leadership team, prepare annual budget and financial strategic plan for the CFIS Society.

Lead the Business Office through the year‑end external financial audit and any other financial audits by government bodies. Lead, oversee, and evaluate the business units of the school’s operations and ensure appropriate process mapping, planning, organization, leadership, performance management, and accountability. Annual issuance of childcare tax receipts.

Monthly issuance of charitable tax receipts and gift‑in‑kind tax receipts. Verify and ensure bank covenant calculations on a quarterly basis. Ensure compliance with Alberta Education’s Level 2 funding requirements and reporting.

Review the Finance and HR Department’s processes, technology and departmental structure to harness the benefits of automation, process modernization and finance effectiveness best practices.



Continue to ensure the full integration of all business transactions and the accounting system. Attend monthly meetings of the CFIS Society’s Board of Directors and Finance & Audit Committee.

A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, audit procedures, and financial operations. A minimum of three years of experience leading a finance function or a team of at least five. Demonstrated impact in non‑profit or business organizations in a senior leadership position.

Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), consolidation theory and practice, modern controllership, financial and accounting theories and practices, in order to ensure the appropriate financial framework of the school, provide specialized financial expertise, advice and leadership, and to set accounting standards and ensure compliance. Solid analytical, organization, planning and problem‑solving capabilities. Excellent communication skills, preferably in both English and French (English essential).

Skills, Technical and Behavioural Competencies RequiredPreference will be given to candidates who: Have previous experience working in an independent school. Have experience with finance automation and process modernization. Sage 300 is the school’s current accounting platform.

CompensationWe offer a competitive, comprehensive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities for professional growth. Personal days Retirement Savings Benefit 60% tuition discount for children of full‑time employees Extended health and dental coverage Health and Wellness Spending Accounts Three weeks paid vacation time off in addition to two‑weeks off at winter break and one‑week off at March break when the school is closed.

📌 Head of Finance (Full-Time) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Calgary French u0026 International School
📍 Winnipeg