We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning to join our Finance team.

Job Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Budgeting and Planning, the Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning is a key contributor to KPU's financial success and strategic growth. This role provides the opportunity to partner with leaders across the University to deliver expert financial analysis, reporting, planning, and operational support that drives informed decision-making and strengthens financial stewardship.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, solutions-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working with complex financial data, and is passionate about continuous improvement. As a trusted financial partner, you will support the development, implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and enhancement of financial administration, systems, processes, and special projects in alignment with KPU policies, collective agreements, and regulatory requirements.

In addition to providing technical expertise, the Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning leads and mentors staff, builds strong relationships with stakeholders across Faculties and departments, and supports university-wide initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and service excellence. This role also manages and coordinates strategic projects, contributes to institution-wide analysis, and plays an important role in ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and continuous improvement of KPU's financial operations.

Education and Experience

Chartered Professional Accountant designation in good standing is required; candidates working towards the CPA designation or candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience will be considered.

Minimum of two years progressive experience including supervisory and/or managerial experience, as well as a demonstrated ability of effective team management and change and/or systems implementation, resulting in improvements to service quality, staff productivity and systems efficiency.





Minimum of three years relevant experience in the functional area applied for (Budget/Capital/Operations/Reporting/Research) as well as areas of financial administration, financial systems, projects and assurance.

Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong focus on customer service.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels.

Proven ability to exercise tact and diplomacy, confidentiality, and conflict resolution skills.

Solid understanding of and respect for the diverse values and culture of a university environment.

Robust knowledge of accounting procedures and financial reporting practices.

Demonstrated ability to summarize and present complex financial data in an organized and concise manner.

Strong computer skills, proficiency with spreadsheet programs, and demonstrated ability to use various financial software packages and databases to perform financial analyses and develop reports.

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




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.

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, in‑house training and development, inter‑campus transportation, and more. Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part‑time. 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 [email protected].

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.

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📌 Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning - Competition ID: 4707 (British Columbia)
🏢 Kwantlen Polytechnic University
📍 British Columbia