Manager, Administration and Finance

Date Posted: 04/02/2026
Req ID:47560
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Campus Safety
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The University of Toronto Scarborough Campus Safety is committed to delivering safety and security services that are sensitive to the needs of our community, through collaborative partnerships and teamwork. We are seeking talented individuals who can meet the challenges of community-based security in Canada’s most diverse university environment and who represent its population.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your Opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Senior Director, Campus Safety Operations the Manager, Administration and Finance is responsible for the management of complex financial and administration functions required to meet the goals and objectives of the Department of Campus Safety Operations.

In this role, the Manager, Administration and Finance assists and advises the Senior Director, Campus Safety Operations on financial strategies for the department, develops, manages and monitors operating, ancillary, and self-funded budgets and provides operational management and human resources management within the department. The Manager, Administration and Finance, is an active participant in the department’s strategic planning process.

The Manager, Administration and Finance, manages the department’s financial administration staff, including hiring, supervision and performance management. The Manager, Administration and Finance provide oversight to the department’s financial, administrative and central service functions. The Manager, Administration and Finance oversee the Department’s budgets (operating, ancillary and self-funded), financial processes and financial forecasting.

The Manager, Administration and Finance, works collaboratively with the department’s management team. The Manager, Administration and Finance, leads operational projects, financial performance reviews and the purchasing and administration of the department’s computer equipment and other assets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating meetings, schedules, agendas, materials, action and follow-up items
• Preparing budgets for units in the department
• Forecasting revenues and expenditures
• Conducting financial analyses and making recommendations to address budget implications
• Developing and implementing business process improvements
• Reviewing financial controls to ensure financial integrity
• Overall responsibility for human resources related to the department’s administrative staff.

Qualifications Required:

EDUCATION:

• University degree in Business Administration, Commerce or related field and completion of CPA certification and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant and progressive experience in financial management and administration, preferably in a post-secondary environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex budgets.
• Experience administering accounting policies and procurement policies
• Demonstrated experience providing financial advice to senior management and participating in strategic planning.
• Experience managing, leading, and coaching staff in a unionized environment.
• Working knowledge of University of Toronto policies and procedures and their application is a definite asset.
• High level of proficiency with MS Office software (Excel and Word) and advanced knowledge of finance and accounting.
• Sound working knowledge of FIS and HRIS (SAP) or equivalent systems is essential.
• Must have excellent: organizational and time management skills, oral and written communication skills, analytical, problem-solving, and financial and administrative skills.
• Must be able to manage competing deadlines and a variety of complex projects simultaneously. Must be willing to respond to/and manage shifting priorities.
• Must be service oriented and responsive to the needs of the department and their clients.
• Must have the ability to adapt to new technology and to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment and keep up to date on the rapid changes in the University environment.
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment

NOTES:

• This role is not currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto’s Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 04/17/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $93,592 - $109,190 -- Broadband Salary Range: $93,592 - $155,985
Job Category: Campus Safety