Lead financial accounting and reporting at Ashbury College in central Ottawa, delivering actionable insights through full-time, permanent work.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this director coordinates budgeting, projections, forecasts, and reporting for the College and Foundation. The position supports efficient financial operations, year-end close, audit preparation, and decision-ready information for senior leadership and governance. It combines full-cycle accounting with scenario planning, variance analysis, and financial systems ownership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate annual budgeting across College and Foundation departments
- Prepare projections, forecasts, and variance reports
- Manage audit working papers and financial statement preparation
- Build what-if models and evaluate proposed investments
- Support CFO presentations for Finance Committees and Boards
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or quantitative field
- At least seven years of progressive audit or corporate finance experience
- Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial reports
- Hands-on accounting systems experience, including Multiview and chart maintenance
- Successful Vulnerable Sector Check and required background screening
Apply financial reporting, accounting systems, and strategic analysis to support Ashbury College's educational mission in Ottawa.
Director Financial Accounting Reporting employer: CAIS
The Bishop Strachan School is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a competitive compensation package, extensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional learning, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while being part of a vibrant community dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion.
