Director of Finance (September 2026)
Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people?
Who are we?
Over the past 21 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of over 725 preschool to grade 12 children.
We have an opportunity for a Director of Finance role in September 2026.(position profile can be found here).
We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.
What makes us different?
Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities.
Aberdeen Hall provides
- Competitive Compensation at an annual salary of $120,000 to $140,000, inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of experience
- 6 weeks vacation with an opportunity to add to this in the future
- RRSP contribution of 8% for employees who invest 4% of their salary
- Excellent extended health and dental benefits
- Opportunities for growth
- Shortened Summer Hours
- Open and collaborative culture
- Comprehensive enhanced benefits package
- Personalized professional development plans
- Newly built, inspiring campus setting
- Well-established mentorship program
Position Summary
The Director of Finance is an operational leader responsible for ensuring the effective management of the school’s financial and human resources systems. Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Director of Finance provides oversight, analysis, and compliance assurance across all financial and HR operations. As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Director of Finance supports the Head of School and Directors in implementing initiatives that align with Aberdeen Hall’s mission, values, and strategic goals.
Key Accountabilities
Financial Leadership & Management
- Work with the Head of School and other Leaders to develop and implement long-term financial strategies.
- Provide accurate, timely financial reporting and analysis to inform decision-making.
- Oversee tuition revenue, cash flow, and capital project financing to ensure financial stability.
- Maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and external financial partners.
Human Resources & Organizational Development
- Oversee and support the full recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding process.
- Serve as one of the HR points of contact for employee relations matters, including investigations into grievances and disciplinary issues.
- Administer compensation, benefits, and pension programs, ensuring compliance with employment standards and human rights legislation.
- Work with the Business Team to develop and deliver hands-on HR training for managers and staff, manage the performance review cycle, and support the Head of School with succession planning and policy implementation.
- Promote staff engagement, professional development, and a positive workplace culture aligned with school values.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with ASPE (Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises), CRA charitable receipting, and other applicable regulations.
- Develop and maintain internal controls to reduce financial and HR risks.
Execute and maintain all necessary HR documentation and records to meet legal and audit requirements. - Oversee compliance with government reporting, insurance, and employee-related legislation.
- Ensure privacy, data protection, and security within finance and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
Governance Support
- Provide clear and timely reports, forecasts, and analyses to the Head of School for the Board of Directors’ materials.
- Implement Board-approved financial and HR policies.
- Prepare background analysis and documentation to support governance processes.
Success Factors
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation required.
- Training or certification in human resources leadership is an asset.
- Preferred 2-5 years of leadership experience in finance and HR, ideally in the independent school or nonprofit sector.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, audits, payroll, benefits, and compliance programs.
- Experience in policy implementation, employee relations, and HR program administration.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to support the Head of School and collaborate effectively with all internal and external partners.
- Models the highest standards of integrity, discretion, and professional practice.
- Utilizes strong analytical skills to deliver evidence-based recommendations.
- Fosters a culture of teamwork and mutual respect by applying empathy, fairness, and cultural awareness in employee relations and cross-departmental collaboration.
As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strive to welcome students, families, and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.
The successful applicant for our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation for permanent employees and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please forward your resume and cover letter attention to Christoper Grieve, Head of School, at
To learn more about us visit www.aberdeenhall.com