A leading research institution in Burnaby is seeking a strategic financial leader for the role of Senior Budget Officer. The successful candidate will oversee complex budget strategy and long-range financial planning, ensuring financial resources align with academic priorities. Required qualifications include a master's degree in accounting and a CPA designation, alongside a decade of progressive experience in financial planning. This role offers a hybrid work environment and various professional development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Who We Are Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do. Budget Team Overview The Budget Team leads the development and coordination of the university’s consolidated annual budget, supporting both core operations and long-term strategic planning. Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, and working closely with the Vice-President, Finance and Administration, the team provides financial planning, analysis, monitoring, and forecasting services to academic and administrative units across the university. Through this work, the Budget Team enables sound decision-making, responsible stewardship of resources, and the long-term financial sustainability of the institution. By aligning financial planning with institutional priorities, the team plays a key role in advancing SFU’s strategic objectives. Our team culture is collaborative and analytical, with a strong service orientation and a shared commitment to transparency, continuous improvement, and evidence-based decision-making. About the Role Reporting to the Provost and Vice President, Academic and Chief Budget Officer, and working in close partnership with the Vice President, Finance and Administration, this role serves as the University’s senior authority on integrated budget strategy and long-range financial planning. The role’s primary purpose is to ensure that SFU’s financial resources are allocated in a sustainable and transparent manner, and in direct alignment with academic priorities, enrolment strategy, and relevant government policy. The position is central to advancing institutional resilience, translating complex funding environments, compensation pressures, and policy changes into clear, actionable financial models that inform executive level decision making. Through the development of robust financial frameworks and effective risk mitigation strategies, the role enables the institution to confidently pursue strategic initiatives while maintaining long term financial stewardship. The ideal candidate is a strategic financial leader with deep expertise in complex budget modeling, long-range financial planning, and public-sector funding environments. They bring strong executive presence and the ability to translate financial complexity into clear, decision-ready insight. Success in this role requires advanced analytical capability, sound judgment, and political acuity, along with a collaborative leadership style that builds trust across academic and administrative units. The candidate demonstrates experience leading high-performing teams, strengthening financial systems, and managing risk in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments, ideally within post-secondary or similarly complex institutions. Qualifications Master's degree in accounting, professional accounting designation (CPA), with ten years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and budgeting, preferably within post-secondary education and five years of supervisory experience, preferably in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Ability to anticipate and analyze the budget implications of operational changes in administrative systems, compensation strategies, collective agreement negotiations, government policy changes, and funding mechanisms. Ability to develop and implement university-wide budget models. Ability to provide leadership in the budget planning process, to establish and maintain credibility and strong collaborative working relationships with the University’s executive and senior-level decision makers. Ability to develop relationships and partnerships and to work collaboratively at all levels and areas within the organization. Knowledge of financial analysis and best practices. What We Offer At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative Professional Excluded Staff group (APEX): 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)* Hybrid-work program for eligible positions Employer paid defined benefit pension plan On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members* Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds* And more! *Prorated for part-time employees Additional Information The pay range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for the position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range. Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment. SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Advance your career as an executive leader in budget planning, driving sustainable financial practices within an educational institution. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align financial resource allocation with academic priorities. Reporting directly to the Provost, this role encompasses financial oversight and long-term planning. You will distill complex funding environments into practical models that inform strategic decisions. Your leadership will ensure robust financial stewardship as the institution navigates challenges in funding and policy. Key Responsibilities: • Manage university-wide budget planning processes • Translate financial complexities into actionable strategies • Engage with executive leadership on fiscal insights • Develop and strengthen collaborative working relationships • Oversee effective risk management strategies Requirements: • Master’s degree in accounting or a related field with CPA • 10 years’ experience in financial planning and budgeting • 5 years’ supervisory experience in complex organizations • High-level analytical and political skills • Experience leading high-performing financial teams Leverage your expertise in budget strategy and financial planning to promote institutional resilience and effectively manage resource allocations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
Budget Team Overview
The Budget Team leads the development and coordination of the university’s consolidated annual budget, supporting both core operations and long-term strategic planning. Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President Academic, and working closely with the Vice-President, Finance and Administration, the team provides financial planning, analysis, monitoring, and forecasting services to academic and administrative units across the university.
Through this work, the Budget Team enables sound decision-making, responsible stewardship of resources, and the long-term financial sustainability of the institution. By aligning financial planning with institutional priorities, the team plays a key role in advancing SFU’s strategic objectives.
Our team culture is collaborative and analytical, with a strong service orientation and a shared commitment to transparency, continuous improvement, and evidence-based decision-making.
About the Role
Reporting to the Provost and Vice President, Academic and Chief Budget Officer, and working in close partnership with the Vice President, Finance and Administration, this role serves as the University’s senior authority on integrated budget strategy and long-range financial planning. The role’s primary purpose is to ensure that SFU’s financial resources are allocated in a sustainable and transparent manner, and in direct alignment with academic priorities, enrolment strategy, and relevant government policy.
The position is central to advancing institutional resilience, translating complex funding environments, compensation pressures, and policy changes into clear, actionable financial models that inform executive level decision making. Through the development of robust financial frameworks and effective risk mitigation strategies, the role enables the institution to confidently pursue strategic initiatives while maintaining long term financial stewardship.
The ideal candidate is a strategic financial leader with deep expertise in complex budget modeling, long-range financial planning, and public-sector funding environments. They bring strong executive presence and the ability to translate financial complexity into clear, decision-ready insight. Success in this role requires advanced analytical capability, sound judgment, and political acuity, along with a collaborative leadership style that builds trust across academic and administrative units. The candidate demonstrates experience leading high-performing teams, strengthening financial systems, and managing risk in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments, ideally within post-secondary or similarly complex institutions.
Qualifications
Master's degree in accounting, professional accounting designation (CPA), with ten years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and budgeting, preferably within post-secondary education and five years of supervisory experience, preferably in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Ability to anticipate and analyze the budget implications of operational changes in administrative systems, compensation strategies, collective agreement negotiations, government policy changes, and funding mechanisms.
Ability to develop and implement university-wide budget models.
Ability to provide leadership in the budget planning process, to establish and maintain credibility and strong collaborative working relationships with the University’s executive and senior-level decision makers.
Ability to develop relationships and partnerships and to work collaboratively at all levels and areas within the organization.
Knowledge of financial analysis and best practices.
What We Offer
At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative Professional Excluded Staff group (APEX):
4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
And more!
*Prorated for part-time employees
Additional Information
The pay range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for the position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.
Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.
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Advance your career as an executive leader in budget planning, driving sustainable financial practices within an educational institution. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align financial resource allocation with academic priorities.
Reporting directly to the Provost, this role encompasses financial oversight and long-term planning. You will distill complex funding environments into practical models that inform strategic decisions. Your leadership will ensure robust financial stewardship as the institution navigates challenges in funding and policy.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage university-wide budget planning processes
• Translate financial complexities into actionable strategies
• Engage with executive leadership on fiscal insights
• Develop and strengthen collaborative working relationships
• Oversee effective risk management strategies
Requirements:
• Master’s degree in accounting or a related field with CPA
• 10 years’ experience in financial planning and budgeting
• 5 years’ supervisory experience in complex organizations
• High-level analytical and political skills
• Experience leading high-performing financial teams
Leverage your expertise in budget strategy and financial planning to promote institutional resilience and effectively manage resource allocations.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading research institution in Burnaby is seeking a strategic financial leader for the role of Senior Budget Officer. The successful candidate will oversee complex budget strategy and long-range financial planning, ensuring financial resources align with academic priorities. Required qualifications include a master's degree in accounting and a CPA designation, alongside a decade of progressive experience in financial planning. This role offers a hybrid work environment and various professional development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
SFU IT Services
SFU IT Services empowers the university to thrive and innovate through the effective use of data and technology and is focused on improving the digital experience for our students, faculty, researchers and staff. Join our growing team as we build new solutions and services to support SFU’s academic and research mission.
About the Role
The Associate Director, Enterprise Systems oversees the university’s enterprise resource planning systems, including the selection, design, delivery, continuous improvement, maintenance, and operations of the portfolio of services and systems. Working in partnership with members of the university community, the Associate Director, Enterprise Systems creates strategic plans based on organizational goals and oversees the development of actionable projects and resource work plans based on these strategic plans. The role ensures enterprise systems and interfaces are consistent with ITS architectural principles and practices and ensures an appropriate balance between technical and functional resources supporting the overall goals of the Department.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Computing Science, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline, and eight years of related experience in areas such as enterprise resource planning systems preferably in the post-secondary education or public domain, with at least three of those years managing or supervising operational teams, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Executive leadership in defining and governing enterprise systems strategy, including ERP platforms, to align technology investments with organizational priorities.
Strategic leadership of multidisciplinary teams, with accountability for team workforce planning, capability development, and high-performance culture.
Trusted partner to senior partners, translating complex business needs into scalable technology solutions and driving data-informed decision-making.
Change Leadership & Stakeholder Influence
Enterprise-wide change through effective communication, consensus-building, and governance, managing competing priorities and organizational risk.
What We Offer
4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members
Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds
And more!
*Prorated for part‑time employees
SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.
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Transform university operations as Associate Director of Enterprise Systems. Oversee ERP strategy, systems delivery, and continuous improvement in a collaborative hybrid work setting.
As a key leader with a Master's degree and extensive experience, you'll guide the development of enterprise resource planning systems aligned with the university's goals. The position involves not only overseeing service operations but also managing high-performance teams to foster innovation and excellence in technology solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Direct the delivery and maintenance of ERP systems
• Collaborate with university stakeholders for strategic planning
• Ensure alignment with architectural principles and practices
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in workforce planning
• Communicate effectively to manage organizational change
Requirements:
• Master’s degree in Computing Science, Business Administration, or similar
• 8 years' experience with ERP in higher education
• At least 3 years in operational team management
• Strong leadership skills in technology settings
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement
Leverage your expertise in enterprise systems to enhance the university's mission through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.
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