Manager, Planning & Analysis bei Simon Fraser University

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.

The Planning and Analysis team's mandate focuses on providing institutional wide planning, budgeting, analytical and strategic advice to the university community.  Having a customer-oriented mindset is fundamental to our success.  Through a range of data-driven insights, we are a key partner in supporting our stakeholders in making informed financial and operational decisions regarding current challenges, future opportunities, emerging risks, and the attainment of short and long-term goals. 

About the Role

The Manager, Planning & Analysis provides senior-level financial leadership, guidance, and detailed analytics, supporting informed decision-making related to financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation. This role supports decisions involving internal and external reporting and risk management and manages organization-wide financial operations. This position leads a team that develops annual departmental budgets, prepares monthly and quarterly forecasts, conducts variance analyses, and creates financial models to drive operational excellence. Additionally, this role serves as a key strategic business partner to one or more service units within the VP Finance and Administration portfolio, delivering critical financial insights and resolving issues that significantly impact the university, often involving highly confidential information.

Full Job Description 

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business or relevant field, with a professional accounting designation (CPA), and eight years of related experience, including three years of supervisory experience, preferably in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

•  Excellent knowledge of Excel for strategic financial modeling, financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent organizational, quantitative, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Excellent financial analysis, budget planning, and financial management skills.
• Proficient knowledge in higher education financial regulations, grant management principles, and public-sector accounting standards. 
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to resolve complex financial issues and provide strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting financial data and analysis to various stakeholders.
• Ability to develop relationships and partnerships and to work collaboratively at all levels and areas within the organization.
   

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 temporary employees who belong in the Administrative Professional Excluded Staff group (APEX):

• 8% vacation pay
• Employer paid extended health & dental plans
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is March 13, 2027.

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].