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Finance & Administrative Coordinator
@ Simon Fraser University
Surrey, British Columbia
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Overview
Simon Fraser University is hiring a Finance & Administrative Coordinator for the School of Interactive Arts & Technology at its Surrey campus. The role handles financial administration, accounting, purchasing, and grant management for a research-intensive school. It is a temporary full-time appointment ending September 22, 2028, at $69,102 to $82,420 annually, with eligibility for the Hybrid Work Program.
Responsibilities:
- Manage financial administration and accounting for the school
- Handle purchasing and grant management
- Apply university policies and procedures consistently
- Work with faculty, staff, researchers, and partners
- Manage competing deadlines and priorities
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related discipline
- Two years of related financial administration and project management experience
- Knowledge of accounting, purchasing, and grant management
- Knowledge of Canadian granting agency regulations
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
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- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 36 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Women, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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Simon Fraser University
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 5001-10000 |
| Headquarters | Simon Fraser University |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
Job description
Union/Affiliation: Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range: $69,102 to $82,420 annually
SFU Department Descr: School of Interactive Arts and Technology (SIAT)
Position Grade: 7
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 72
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 School of Interactive Arts & Technology (SIAT) is where technology, design, art, and human experience converge. Located at SFU's Surrey campus, SIAT is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive school where faculty, students, and staff collaborate to explore and shape the future of digital technologies, media, and creative innovation. Supporting a vibrant community of researchers, educators, staff, and learners, the SIAT administrative team provides the operational, financial, and research administration expertise that enables the School's teaching, research, and community engagement activities to thrive. Our team values collaboration, service excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive approach to problem-solving.
About The Role
The School of Interactive Arts & Technology (SIAT) is where technology, design, art, and human experience converge. Located at SFU's Surrey campus, SIAT is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive school where faculty, students, and staff collaborate to explore and shape the future of digital technologies, media, and creative innovation. Supporting a vibrant community of researchers, educators, staff, and learners, the SIAT administrative team provides the operational, financial, and research administration expertise that enables the School's teaching, research, and community engagement activities to thrive. Our team values collaboration, service excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive approach to problem-solving.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They possess strong financial administration and analytical skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures consistently. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role works closely with faculty, staff, researchers, and university partners. A collaborative and service-oriented approach, combined with the ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and manage competing deadlines, will contribute to success in this position.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and two years of related experience in financial administration and project management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
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 Staff Association (APSA):
This is a temporary full-time appointment expected to end on September 22, 2028. The position is based at SFU's Surrey campus and is eligible for participation in SFU's Hybrid Work Program.
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 facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].
Pay range: $69,102 to $82,420 annually
SFU Department Descr: School of Interactive Arts and Technology (SIAT)
Position Grade: 7
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 72
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 School of Interactive Arts & Technology (SIAT) is where technology, design, art, and human experience converge. Located at SFU's Surrey campus, SIAT is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive school where faculty, students, and staff collaborate to explore and shape the future of digital technologies, media, and creative innovation. Supporting a vibrant community of researchers, educators, staff, and learners, the SIAT administrative team provides the operational, financial, and research administration expertise that enables the School's teaching, research, and community engagement activities to thrive. Our team values collaboration, service excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive approach to problem-solving.
About The Role
The School of Interactive Arts & Technology (SIAT) is where technology, design, art, and human experience converge. Located at SFU's Surrey campus, SIAT is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive school where faculty, students, and staff collaborate to explore and shape the future of digital technologies, media, and creative innovation. Supporting a vibrant community of researchers, educators, staff, and learners, the SIAT administrative team provides the operational, financial, and research administration expertise that enables the School's teaching, research, and community engagement activities to thrive. Our team values collaboration, service excellence, continuous learning, and a supportive approach to problem-solving.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They possess strong financial administration and analytical skills, excellent judgment, and the ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures consistently. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the role works closely with faculty, staff, researchers, and university partners. A collaborative and service-oriented approach, combined with the ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and manage competing deadlines, will contribute to success in this position.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related discipline and two years of related experience in financial administration and project management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Good knowledge of accounting, purchasing, and grant management.
- Good knowledge of Canadian granting agency regulations.
- Excellent organizational, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to establish relationships and work cooperatively and effectively with others.
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 Staff Association (APSA):
- An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
- Employer paid extended health & dental plans
- Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
This is a temporary full-time appointment expected to end on September 22, 2028. The position is based at SFU's Surrey campus and is eligible for participation in SFU's Hybrid Work Program.
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 facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].
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