Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.
We oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.

VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027
Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.
News from the VPFO
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Upcoming webinar on Workday Adaptive Planning
To help our community prepare for this transition, we invite you to attend the upcoming webinar, Adaptive Planning Product Overview on December 1, 2022, from 2:00 pm–3:00 pm.
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Grab a sweater and prepare for a cooler campus
The temperatures have dropped and winter conditions are coming to our campus. A reminder to bundle up and dress appropriately to stay warm and safe from the winter elements.
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Custodial Services realignment
Effective November 7, UBC Facilities is implementing the new simplified Custodial Services staffing model to provide all staff with full-time opportunities and facilitate professional development and increased opportunities for improvement. Due to the new staffing model, the Building Service Worker…
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Review the 2022 Financial Information Act Report
The 2022 Financial Information Act Report is now available on the UBC Finance website. The annual report includes payments to suppliers in excess of $25,000, employee salaries above $75,000, remuneration for our Board of Governors, and details of outstanding debt.
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Working together to ensure proper and timely payments to payees
Fair and timely processing of payments to payees, including vendors and suppliers, is a priority of the Accounts Payable (AP) team in UBC Finance. This guide includes some steps UBC staff and payees can take to ensure accurate and timely…
People of the VPFO
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Mikhail Manaligod promoted to Construction Document Administrator in Infrastructure Development, Facilities
Mikhail’s extensive experience with contract and document control, reports and data analysis, maintenance management systems, and customer service will make him a great addition to the team.
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Lindsay Wyant joins UBC as Finance Manager, Capital Financial Reporting
In her new role, Lindsay will partner with other VPFO team members to continuously improve reporting and business processes and enable effective financial management throughout the portfolio.
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Sam Stephens joins Safety & Risk Services as the new Director, Special Projects
Sam has a diverse background, with extensive experience leading projects and teams within Compliance, Security and Risk Management roles for organizations in the public sector.
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Srinath Srinivasan joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance in PrISM
Srinath is a Cybersecurity professional with over a decade of experience in a diverse range of industries and sectors, including transportation, health, finance, and technology in both private and public sector organizations.
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Clayton Mullen joins Facilities as Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities in Energy & Water Services
As Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities, Clayton will bring thermal utility managerial and operational experience. He will be leading the Thermal Utilities team to improve practices and processes.