Coordinator, Finance & Administrative

Job summary

The coordinator manages the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the institute, including budget planning and grant fund administration. They serve as a key resource for faculty and staff by ensuring compliance with university policies and supporting various operational initiatives.

Job details

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 i2I Research & Innovation Institute (i2IRII) strengthens the connection between research, innovation, and societal impact. The Institute provides entrepreneurship and commercialization training, supports knowledge mobilization, and builds partnerships across academic, industry, government, and community sectors. Serving researchers, trainees, faculty, and innovation ecosystem stakeholders nationwide, i2IRII contributes to SFU’s priorities in research excellence, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement. Our team fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and results-oriented culture focused on developing entrepreneurial capacity and translating research into meaningful economic, social, and environmental outcomes. About the Role The Finance & Administrative Coordinator supports the leadership team of the Invention to Innovation Research and Innovation Institute (i2IRII) and is responsible for the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the institute. The role administers operating, research, special purpose, project and grant funds; coordinates financial reporting and compliance activities; and provides guidance on University financial policies, granting agency requirements, and administrative procedures. The role serves as a key resource for faculty, researchers, staff, and external partners by supporting budget planning, financial administration, human resources processes, procurement, reporting, and operational coordination to ensure the effective delivery of institute programs, projects, and strategic initiatives. Full Job Description Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Arts, or a related discipline and two years of related experience in financial administration, post-secondary program administration, research administration, or project coordination, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Strong knowledge of accounting procedures, financial reporting and reconciliation practices. Good knowledge of Canadian granting agency regulations and research funding administration. Good knowledge of university administrative and financial policies, procedures and systems. 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 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 Additional Information The assignment end date is March 31, 2028. This is a hybrid work opportunity with the successful candidate being able to commute two times per week to SFU's Burnaby campus. During special evening events, must be flexible to adjust start and end times to their work day. 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 pei_reception@sfu.ca.

What you’ll do

The coordinator manages the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of the institute, including budget planning and grant fund administration. They serve as a key resource for faculty and staff by ensuring compliance with university policies and supporting various operational initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and possess at least two years of experience in financial or research administration. Strong knowledge of accounting practices, financial reporting, and granting agency regulations is required.

Benefits

• Extended health plan • Dental plan • Professional development funds • Hybrid-work program • Vacation pay

Listed skills

• Project Coordination · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial administration
• Budget planning
• Financial reporting
• Accounting procedures
• Reconciliation
• Grant administration
• Procurement
• Human resources processes
• Project coordination
• Administrative operations
• Policy compliance
• Research administration
• Research Funding
• Financial Policy
• Planning
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Research
• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Commercialization
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Marketing Communications
• Operations
• Project Coordination
• Coordinating
• Diversification (Investing)

Job areas

• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Education
• Science & Research
• Management & Leadership
• Finance and Administration Coordinator
• Administrative Supervisor
• Office Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers