Manager, Corporate Planning

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Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Budgeting:

  • Coordinates the preparation of and maintains the pro-forma operating budget of theCollege and the Strategic Investment Priorities budget as well as the quarterly review process for all corporate level budgets;

  • Communicates schedules and coordinates the submission of all budget documents to theCollege community to ensure that budget submission materials are received in advance of submission deadlines;

  • Assists budget holders by providing interpretation information and direction in the budget preparation process;

  • Liaises with departments on a scheduled basis to communicate budget directions impact of strategic plans on budgets and to review related budget documents;

  • Develops budget models and tools to advance college budgeting processes while keeping apprised of best practices in the industry;

  • Maintains current information on the budgeting process through theappropriate communication channels;

  • Prepares financial forecasts and scenario analysis in the context of College Strategic and Business Plans.

• Workday Adaptive Planning Oversight:

  • Serves as the primary owner and subject matter expert for Workday Adaptive Planning;

  • Responsible for strategic oversight maintenance and continuous improvement of the organizations Workday Adaptive Planning platform;

  • Managessystems configuration security roles access controls and environment integrity;

  • Identifiesopportunities to streamline processesimprovesystem functionality and enhance user efficiency;

  • OverseesWorkdayAdaptive Planning user training documentation and support materials to drive adoption;

  • Acts as the primary liaison between Financethe Information TechnologyServicesteamandotherbusiness units including leading the Adaptive Planning Advisory Group for the College.

• Reporting:

  • Preparescomprehensivebudgetdocuments andreportsfor presentation toCollegecommittees includingtheAlgonquin College Executive Team Audit and Risk Management Committeeand the Board of Governors;

  • Maintainsand reportsonmulti-year Strategic InvestmentPrioritiesbudgetsand financialperformanceincluding preparation of quarterlyMajor Capital Projects reportsforthe Audit and Risk Management Committee and Board of Governors;

  • Coordinateandsupport thedevelopmentof theCollegesFive-YearCapital Investment Report ensuring accuracy alignment and completeness of financial data;

  • Develop and deliver ad hoc financialanalysis to support decision-makingas required.

• Financial Accounting:

  • Ensuresfinancial data of theColleges Strategic InvestmentPrioritiesis recordedaccurately and ina timelymanner within the financial reporting systems;

  • Ensuresrevenues andexpenses areproperlyrecognizedin accordance withthe accrual method of accounting and thatapprovedmulti-year budgets are tracked and reported;

  • Reviews financial results toidentifythe causesof significantbudgetvariancesand collaborateswith project managersand their teamsto resolve discrepancies andcorrect errorsif required;

  • Maintains regular communicationwith projectmanagersand their teamstoprovidebudget directiondiscussplans andreview budget documentation;

  • Providesrequireddataand analysisto support theCollegesauditprocessesas required;

  • Supports additional Finance and Administrative Services deliverables as needed.

• Administration:

  • Participates in and contributes to the effective recruiting selecting developing motivating and training of college staff who are responsible for budget preparation in their departments;

  • Participates in the monitoring of the departmental budget to ensure the budget is not overspent and that any variances are investigated and analyzed;

  • Communicates theColleges budgeting direction to theCollege community using the department website and other internal communication tools;

  • Participates as a resource onCollegecommittees as the budgeting subject matter expert.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum four (4) year degree in Business Finance or other related field

• Incumbent must possess a Chartered Professional Accounting designation(CPA).

• Minimum of nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience including financial planning forecasting general ledger etc.

  • Experience operating in an environment following the Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards for Government Not-for-Profit Organizations (PSAS).

  • Experience with financial planning processes (budgeting forecasting scenario modeling).

  • Experience/expertise operating in an ERP financial information system.

  • Experience and demonstrated ability to provide fiscally sound guidance and advice to budget holders and committees.

  • Experience organizing a heavy workload setting priorities and meeting numerous competing non-negotiable deadlines.

  • Excellentunderstanding of corporate structure governance and financial policies.

• Expert knowledge and experience in corporate budgetingandfinancial accounting systems/processes and their proper functioning.

• Expert knowledge of cash flow budgeting and Public Sector Accounting Standards.

• Demonstrated experience with web-based financial information systems.

• Demonstrated leadership ability and project management skills.

• Experienceworking withWorkday Adaptive Planningconsidered an asset.

• Advanced Excel skills to aid in the preparation of complex budget documents as well as to perform variance analysis and statistical reporting.

• Prior work experience in the public sector or not-for-profit sector.

• Effectiveoral and writtencommunication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to influence others to achieve College goals.

• Highly organized and self-directed.

• Collaborative management style.

• Demonstrated abilitytolead a team as well as an ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the CollegesFlexible Work Arrangement Policy with a minimum of 3 days on site. to change). to change).

Why Join Algonquin College

• Compensation:Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits including health dental and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits Careers

• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion) certifications workshops and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us Employee Learning and Development. Availability depends on role and employment status.

• Company Culture: Our values of caring learning integrity and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canadas Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canadas Best Employers for Diversity for 2024

• Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity Diversity and Inclusion policy fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation

• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Colleges Flexible Work Arrangement Policy (subject to change).

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