Interim Finance Manager

Location: Martin Luther University College, Waterloo, Ontario (Hybrid: 3 days on campus / 2 days remote)

Hours: Full‑time, 35 hours per week, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Term: Six (6) to eight (8) month contract

Reports to: Principal‑Dean

Direct Reports: Finance Coordinator

Salary: $90,000 / year, prorated to the contract term

Start date: May 11, 2026 (estimated)

Position Summary

The Interim Finance Manager will provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring strong internal controls and overseeing financial operations, reporting, systems, and compliance across Luther. The role works independently and collaborates with internal stakeholders, centre directors, external partners, and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership Lead the development of annual and multi‑year operating, ancillary, and capital budgets. Provide financial modelling, analysis, and recommendations aligned with institutional priorities. Advise senior leadership and centre directors on financial impacts and planning scenarios. Support committees and major initiatives with integrated financial insights. Oversee financial reporting for capital projects and long‑term resource planning. Financial Operations & Reporting Produce accurate internal, external, and regulatory financial reports. Prepare year‑end financial statements and lead the annual external audit. Manage monthly reconciliations (GL, AP, payroll, endowments, operating and special funds). Prepare monthly financial reports, year‑end projections, and variance analysis. Oversee payroll set‑up, annual increases, and benefit and retirement contributions. Manage donor endowment reporting and provide financial analysis to centre directors. Supervise, train, and support finance staff. Enhance, test, and maintain financial systems (e.g., Banner Finance, expense platforms). Analyze and improve financial processes to increase efficiency and accuracy. Provide training for staff and faculty on financial systems, reporting, and expense processes. Maintain financial policies, procedures, and documentation. Internal Controls, Compliance & Risk Maintain strong internal controls to support financial sustainability. Ensure compliance with CRA, HST, accounting standards, and audit requirements. Lead initiatives to address control gaps and strengthen practices. Develop and deliver finance‑related training across the institution. Participate in committee work. Research & Grants Finance Manage research finance budgets and processes. Ensure compliance with sponsor and institutional requirements. Provide faculty with financial guidance, tools, and accurate grant reporting. Liaise with external agencies for reporting, audits, and issue resolution. Treasury & Cash Flow Management Manage cash flow, fund transfers, investment income, endowments, and pension‑related expenses. Maintain endowment cash flow models and complete monthly bank reconciliations. Provide financial benchmarking and reporting to senior leadership and the Board. Recommend treasury and debt‑related policies. Accounts Payable, Procurement & Student Financial Support Oversee adherence to procurement and AP policies. Train staff on AP, procurement, and payment workflows. Administer bursaries, scholarships, and student financial transactions. Respond to tuition inquiries and calculate annual fee increases. Oversee financial activities related to the Delton Glebe Counselling Centre including budgeting, analysis, and reporting. Support Luther events as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, commerce or related field (required). Recognized accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA) is an asset. Minimum seven (7) years of experience with increasing responsibilities in accounting, auditing, budgeting, financial planning and analysis or other financial activities (required). Experience in a public‑sector or post‑secondary environment preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial statements, auditing, and cost‑centre accounting. Experience with enterprise financial systems (e.g., Banner) and reporting tools (e.g., Cognos). Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement. Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline‑driven environment. Excellent communication, organization, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality. Working Conditions Dog‑friendly office environment. Extended periods of sitting and computer use. Comfortable working in an open office environment. Many deadlines related to financial cycles and reporting requirements. Regular periods of evening or weekend work may be required. Comfortable working in a faith‑based community. Positive, collaborative work environment. Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits. Terms of Appointment

This is a union‑exempt position as an employee of Martin Luther University College. Luther employees are not employees of Wilfrid Laurier University.

Application Process

To apply, submit your resume and cover letter in one file to by April 19, 2026. Include “Interim Finance Manager” in the subject line. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide three professional references.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the recruitment and selection process, and for Luther employees at every stage of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, nationality, gender affiliation, or sexual orientation. Martin Luther University College is committed to diversity and creating a culture of inclusion by increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of equity‑deserving groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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