Financial Assistant 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.

BPK teaches physiology, anatomy, neuroscience, movement and human health through fundamental and applied research, education and service. The administrative staff support faculty and students, and we strive to ensure a smooth operation for our department.  Our team is a small group of 7.5 administrative staff who work well together.  We have a culture of helping each other and wanting to help out our faculty and students.

About the Role

Provides administrative, clerical, and financial assistance to the Manager, Academic and Administrative Services and the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology by processing work orders, cheque requisitions, journal vouchers, and budget transfers; producing reports for all operating and grant accounts; and processing travel and business expense claim forms for faculty, staff, students and guests.   Reconciles the department's monthly operating accounts; monitors budgets and expenditures; prepares deposits, journal vouchers, and invoices; and administers petty cash. Assists the Manager with processing research and teaching assistant appointments and ensures submissions meet University regulations, granting agency guidelines and payroll requirements.

The ideal candidate is someone with prior financial experience who has an excellent understanding about SFU's and the Faculty of Science's best financial practices.  The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent oral and written communication skills.  The ideal candidate has experience with timesheets, FINS, FAST and FACSIMS.

Full Job Description 

Qualifications

High school and one year of post-secondary education, including formal training in bookkeeping/accounting procedures, spreadsheet, word processing and database applications, and office practices. 3 years of experience. An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study and experience is acceptable.

• Good knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Ability to use word processing, database, electronic mail and enterprise level financial information applications (e.g., Word, FileMaker Pro, SFU Connect, PeopleSoft, SIMS, FAST, FINS, FACSIMS and AEM) at an intermediate level.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations up to and including percentages with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately
   

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 Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

• An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits 
• After 4 consecutive months in the position, pay in lieu of benefits is increased to 20% 
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is May 1, 2026.

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].