Realigning key functions and supporting priorities within VPFO
To strengthen alignment across the VPFO, HR and Communications will now report to Nicole Liddell. A new team will also be forming within Transformation & Strategy to support ongoing Finance Transformation and Budget Reimagination.
Interim reporting structure in the VPFO
The VPFO will be transitioning to an interim reporting structure while we undertake the recruitment process for the AVP Finance.
Search for a new Associate Vice-President, Finance
The portfolio is now ready to launch the search for an AVP, Finance. The redefined AVP, Finance will provide strategic leadership and oversight of financial services across the institution.
New leadership roles in the VPFO
As part of our continued efforts to strengthen strategic alignment and operational excellence across the VPFO, we will be initiating two key recruitment processes in the coming weeks. First, we are establishing a new position: Managing Director, Strategy Planning and Performance. This senior leadership role will integrate our HR, Communications, Change Management, and Strategic/Performance Planning […]
Leadership change in the VP Finance and Operations
After nearly two and a half years leading our Comptroller’s group, Helen Yung has decided to move on from the university in pursuit of new opportunities and personal goals. Please join me in thanking Helen for her many contributions to UBC.
Strengthening Transformation & Strategy to enable a more sustainable future for UBC
The Transformation & Strategy team works closely with our colleagues within the VP Finance & Operations portfolio and partners across the university.
Welcome to the new members of our Transformation & Strategy Team
The VPFO’s Transformation & Strategy division is growing this summer with the addition of three new team members.
Support available following Lapu-Lapu Day Festival tragedy
On April 26, a senseless attack at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in Vancouver left many in our city and across the country heartbroken. As part of UBC’s broader community response, the university is offering additional mental health and counselling supports. Within the VPFO, we want to ensure you know that support is close at hand […]
Building the Future of Finance at UBC
Finance Transformation brings new tools, new roles, and a stronger, more connected Finance Community.
Strengthening UBC’s long-term financial planning
The VPFO is strengthening its long-term financial planning capabilities by forming a new Long-Term Financial Modelling & Planning team, which will report to Treasurer, Yale Loh. Aligned with VPFO Strategic Goal 1.1, this team will enhance UBC’s existing long-term financial planning framework by providing a structured, top-down five-year financial model that supports strategic decision-making and financial sustainability.