Vice President, Finance and Administration

Summit Search Group has partnered with Southeast College, on the search for a Vice President of Finance and Administration. As an integral member of the Executive Leadership team, the successful candidate provides leadership and direction relating to the administration, finance, facilities, and information technology functions of the College. The VP will champion an organizational culture of excellence, client-focused, accountability, team, sustainability, innovation and effectively mentor cross functional teams and build strong connections with business partners and customers. With strong negotiating and problem-solving skills and a candid communication style, the position advocates for common sense and evidence-based business decisions.

The VP will work collaboratively across all aspects of the institution to develop and implement corporate management and accountability frameworks, provide leadership on effectiveness and efficiency measures to ensure effective delivery of College operations, and excel at providing support services to internal and external clients.

The position will be based out of the Administration Office in Weyburn, providing oversight of the portfolio for the entire organization. Travel will be required to meet with stakeholders and maintain regular visits at each campus location.

Responsibilities:

Establishing priorities and resource allocation aligned with College mission and strategic direction. Providing leadership in financial operations, budget management, payroll, insurance, and capital projects. Developing annual business plans in collaboration with senior management. Managing recruitment, professional development, and performance evaluation of staff. Leading IT strategy and ensuring effective computing and telecommunications services. Overseeing financial management, including budget development, fiscal reporting, and adherence to accounting standards. Implementing administrative policies to support operational efficiency and asset management. Managing facility contracts, maintenance, and construction projects. Driving organization-wide performance management and reporting initiatives.

Qualifications:

5-7+ years at a senior management level Master’s degree in relevant discipline CPA designation Understanding of facilities management and information technology required Understanding of post-secondary environment is desirable Understanding of performance management, project management and reporting systems/processes Ability to develop and manage a professional working group to optimize talents and energies. Demonstrated ability in financial planning, capital project administration and management, and oversight of a complex division. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with College staff, external agencies, business and industry and individuals in the community. Experience leading and managing multiple diverse functional units at a senior level where significant analysis and judgment were required. Financial management and budgeting skills in a multi-million dollar environment. Demonstrated skills in negotiation of and development of sophisticated contracts required for provision of capital assets or operational needs of the College. Demonstrated experience in the development and presentation of business cases and/or proposals. Superior communication skills; writing comprehensive reports, proposals, and documents for senior internal consumption and for external viewership and presenting to various audiences. Must be prepared to schedule hours of work according to the demands of the position, outside of traditional work hours when necessary. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel. Satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.

Remuneration:

Southeast College offers salary commensurate with experience, great benefits, and pension. If you consider yourself a strategic, visionary leader, please reach out to Mariah Beahen at [email protected].

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