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.
We are Canada's engaged university, defined by our dynamic integration of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and far-reaching community engagement. The Finance, Operations & IT teams at the Beedie School of Business are dedicated to providing financial services, technical and operational support to our faculty, students and staff. We are committed to SFU's overarching goals and strategic initiatives. We ensure the successful delivery of the academic programs within the Beedie School of Business. Our team culture values collaboration, excellence, and the diversity of people.
About the Role
The Senior Director, Finance, Strategy and IT provides executive-level support to the Dean on comprehensive strategic financial, operational and systems management for Beedie School of Business. The position has faculty-wide impact and stewards a number of financial initiatives in alignment with the Dean's vision, strategy, priorities and objectives. The Senior Director leads in external and internal processes as they relate to finance, budget and workforce planning, space, capital and information technology for Beedie, and contributes to the overall strategic direction, ensuring alignment with operational strategy of the Faculty by identifying issues and opportunities, planning and managing financial risks, evaluating organizational impact, and introducing school-wide initiatives to move strategic plans forward. The position sets the strategic direction in the areas of financial, space, capital, informational and technical systems, analysis, planning, and compliance, TRACS (teaching, research & collaboration system), and IT (information technology). The role ensures alignment to central SFU's budgetary direction and procedures, and provides executive-level advice on financial issues, leadership in the strategic management of the financial plans, activities and effective administration of financial policies and informational systems and controls.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration, and an accounting designation CPA, and ten years of experience in a senior finance level within a complex organization; experience in senior financial planning, systems development, business process reengineering and budgeting and control; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Advanced knowledge of financial and records management systems.
- In depth understanding of policies governing academic and human relations, collective agreements, budget management and procurement, research and teaching.
- Exceptional strategic planning and project management skills.
- Excellent budgetary and fiscal management skills.
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! View our benefits brochure
*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 [email protected].