Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Thompson Rivers University campuses are on the ancestral lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc (Kamloops campus) and the T’exelc (Williams Lake campus) within Secwépemc’ulucw, the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwepemc.

The region TRU serves also extends into the territories of the St’át’imc, Nlaka’pamux, Tŝilhqot'in, Nuxalk, Dakelh and Sylix.

TRU is a comprehensive, learner-centred, sustainable university that serves its regional, national, and international learners and their communities through high quality and flexible education, training, research and scholarship.

TRU values the creation and dissemination of knowledge to promote student success. With a mandate and comprehensive slate of programs unique in British Columbia, TRU enables students to reach their goals through many paths to learning, an applied research-informed approach and a supportive, inclusive environment.

The Director, Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for overseeing the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) department and a wide range of functions including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, financial statement reviews, problem resolution and general business advice to Deans, Managers, and the Executive of the University.

The FP&A department provides a service-oriented approach as the primary contact for the University’s faculties, schools and departments for all financial service needs.

The position will provide leadership to the Financial Services Department in the implementation of the key areas of the organizations strategic plan particularly around financial sustainability.

The position will be key in exploring new technologies and service options for both internal and external customers. As a member of the Financial Services team, the incumbent is responsible for providing analysis, advice, and business support to all levels of management on a variety of financial and business matters.

The scope of the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis includes management, administration and coordination of the full range of budget development, financial analysis, variance analysis, preparation of special reports, problem resolution, general business support and streamlining of budget processes, systems and services provided to internal and external clients.

The Director also assists the Associate Vice-President in developing and implementing a divisional mission congruent with the organization's vision.

• Ability and commitment to promote and apply a high value of customer-service.
• Strong client service orientation and passion for the Student and Faculty experience that is integral to the mission of TRU.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent supervisory, organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• High level of initiative, integrity, and honesty.
• Excellent skills in developing, analyzing, and reporting on large amounts of data in electronic format.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate financial data to non financial stakeholders.
• A track record in successfully working with complex multi-campus organizations including large project implementations and effective change management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the University.
• Familiarity with government, public sector or higher education environments and their critical issues and challenges.
• Highly motivated, enjoy challenges in a fast-paced, highly evolved environment.
• Proven strengths in team building, oral communications and meetings management.
• Demonstrate Have the enthusiasm, willingness and commitment to provide coaching and mentorship.

Reporting

The Director, Financial Planning & Analysis will lead a team of approximately 11 finance professionals in the FP&A department.

This position reports to reports to the Associate Vice-President, Finance and is based on the campus of Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, BC.

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please examine the Position and Individual specifications to assess the suitability of success for your candidacy.

By applying for this position, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection processes.

Applications can be sent to;

Christine Fisher at or

Ward Garven at