Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a Manager, Financial Operations to join our Finance team.

This role reports to the Director, Financial Services (Operations and Systems). Reporting directly to this position are staff performing accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking and treasury functions.

The Manager, Financial Operations is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Financial Operations department which includes accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, treasury and banking. The Manager, Financial Operations will carry out responsibilities related to the day-to-day operations of the Financial Operations department in accordance with Kwantlen Polytechnic University policies, collective agreements and statutory requirements. This position is responsible for the delivery of service, the development, implementation, management and testing of systems, and training within the Financial Operations department and as required across other areas of the University.

Education and Experience

• Completion of a CPA professional accounting designation and a member in good standing with CPA Canada;
• Minimum of five years demonstrated management experience with a proven track record of effective leadership, team management, and change management resulting in improvements to service quality, staff productivity and systems efficiency;
• Minimum of seven years of related experience in general accounting;
• Experience in developing and maintaining systems in an integrated computerized, decentralized system;
• Experience in a unionized environment is desirable;
• Experience in post-secondary accounting/finance is an asset;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, supervisory and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a management team.
• Proven ability to exercise tact and diplomacy, confidentiality, and conflict resolution skills.
• Have an understanding of and respect for the diverse values and culture of a university environment.
• Ability to travel between campuses is required.

Competencies

• Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
• Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
• Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
• Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

Salary Information

Annual salary: $92,139 to $135,137

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This 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 approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity.

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Application Process

To apply for this opportunity, please click « Apply Now » and submit your cover letter and resume as one document via KPU’s Career Centre. Click “Career Opportunities” and conduct a Search to find the job posting.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.