The University of Toronto invites collaborative, forward-thinking leaders to shape the future as its next Chief Financial Officer.

As part of the President’s leadership team, the CFO directs the vision and mission of the University’s financial management, reporting processes, internal controls, and institutional financial Information systems. The CFO leads the Finance Division in modernizing and advancing operating procedures and the technology supporting the delivery of services.

With a team of more than 60 staff across financial services, procurement, and treasury, the CFO delivers broad-based financial services and initiatives for the University as a whole, adhering to the highest legal, ethical, and professional standards. The CFO team works collaboratively with the campus community and external partners to build business partnerships that support the University’s wide range of activities.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree and a relevant accounting designation or possesses an equivalent combination of experience and education. Given the size, scope, and decentralized structure of the University, an extensive record of exemplary leadership in a senior financial management position, preferably acquired in a university environment or a large public sector organization, is preferred. The CFO must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of financial management, risk management, reporting processes, internal controls, financial resources, and financial management information systems. Knowledge of investment management, real estate development, debt financing, and emerging technologies in financial services will further strengthen their capacity to guide the University through this pivotal period.

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator who can engage the Board and senior leadership with clarity and conviction, and who inspires and empowers teams – particularly within a unionized environment – to do their best work. They will cultivate respectful, collaborative relationships across the University and with external partners, grounded in trust and shared purpose. Above all, they will demonstrate an unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and bring the organizational discipline and analytical insight needed to steward the University’s resources with integrity and ambition.

The University of Toronto has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers for this recruitment. Applications are encouraged immediately and ideally by January 26, 2026, to Julia Robarts and Krutika Hotwani. Inquiries or accommodation requests can be directed to uoftcfo@odgers.com.

The University of Toronto is consistently ranked among the world’s top 20 universities, distinguished by an extraordinary depth and breadth of excellence in teaching, research, innovation and entrepreneurship, which drives economic growth and promotes social wellbeing around the globe. Located in Toronto –Canada’s largest city – the University encompasses 18 Faculties and Schools, more than 100 departments, and 170 research centres and institutes. Its teaching programs are delivered on the historic St. George campus in the heart of Toronto’s downtown, on campuses in Mississauga and Scarborough, and in nine fully affiliated teaching hospitals. With more than 25,000 faculty, staff, and librarians, over 97,000 students of which 30% are international, and an annual operating budget exceeding $3.5 billion, the University is one of the world’s largest publicly funded research-intensive universities.

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community. U of T strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. U of T values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.

In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please write to uoftcfo@odgers.com or call +1 (416) 366-1990 for accommodation at any point in the search process.