Search for Vice-President, Finance and Administration

SFU has begun the search for the vice-president, finance and administration (VPFA) in accordance with the procedures set out in policy GP 29, Search Committees for Vice-Presidents and Associate Vice-Presidents.

Reporting to the president and serving as a key member of the executive team, the VPFA employs a collegial, collaborative style of decision making over financial and non-academic administrative services in strong support of the academic mission of the university. The VPFA directs day-to-day aspects of university operations through direct reports and staff across diverse departments such as Finance, Facilities and Campus Planning, IT Services, Info Security, Safety and Risk Services and Campus Services. This position is currently held by interim VPFA Karamjeet Heer.

This search process, led by executive search firm Boyden, is expected to continue through fall 2026 and includes opportunities for community input and consultation. More information will be shared to this webpage as it becomes available. Please reach out to vp_search@sfu.ca with any questions.