FO 18R - Senior Financial Analyst

Posting Title

FO 18R - Senior Financial Analyst

Position Classification

Financial Officer R18

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$62,255.85 - $70,557.73 annually

Close Date

9/22/2023

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Finance

Ministry Branch / Division

OCG, FRAS

Job Summary

Apply your financial expertise in this integral role

Financial Reporting and Advisory Services prepares and publishes the province’s financial statements, including the Public Accounts, and champions improvements in common accounting approaches across government.

The Senior Financial Analyst leads and/or participates in corporate/branch projects related to revenue and expense accounting, chart of accounts, and Corporate Accounting System and data warehouse functionality. This position produces a variety of financial statements and schedules for Public Accounts, monthly reporting and other reporting requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in: business administration, commerce, public administration, accounting or financial management and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience* in financial administration, OR
• Completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, or CMA) and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience* in financial administration, OR
• Enrolled or fully eligible for enrollment in the CPA Professional Education Program and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience* in financial administration, OR
• Diploma or a minimum of a completion of the first two years of a degree in: business administration, commerce, public administration, accounting or financial management and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience* in financial administration; OR
• Minimum of Level 2 of the BC Public Service Financial Management Certificate Program and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience* in financial administration.

Relevant experience in financial administration must include one or more of the following:

• Experience developing, implementing and interpreting financial policies and procedures.
• Experience preparing complex financial reports and/or financial schedules.
• Experience with financial analysis and forecasting, including variance analysis.
• Experience in preparing, developing and monitoring budgets.
• Experience preparing and modifying journal entries.
• Experience in implementing financial controls and working with financial systems.
• Experience auditing financial transactions and records and/or tax filings.
• Experience developing and preparing financial reconciliations.

Additional required experience:

• Three (3) or more years’ experience with complex spreadsheet applications and word processing applications.
• Two (2) or more years’ experience preparing complex financial statements, reports and/or financial schedules.

Preference may be given for:

• Experience developing, implementing and interpreting policy and procedures
• Applicants currently pursuing an accounting designation.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Julianne.VanDyk@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position meets practical experience requirements for candidates wanting to pursue their CPA designation through the Experience Verification Route.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The capital of British Columbia, Victoria is a beautiful city, with beautiful beaches and harbours, and a variety of provincial parks to explore. Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria offers a bustling downtown scene and has a wide range of restaurants and entertainment venues to choose from.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category

Finance