About this role
Kwantlen Polytechnic UniversitySenior Accountant - Budget & PlanningKwantlen 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 OverviewWe are currently seeking a Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning to join our Finance team! This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and forward-thinking accounting professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 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. Working in an environment of evolving priorities and complex issues, including matters of a sensitive and confidential nature, the Senior Accountant - Budget & Planning holds broad accountability within their assigned functional area and contributes to advancing KPU's strategic objectives. Education and Experience Chartered Professional Accountant designation in good standing is required, however 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 functional area applied for (Budget/Capital/Operations/Reporting/Research) as well as areas of financial admin