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POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Analysis & Reporting, the Manager, Financial Analysis & Reporting is responsible for coordinating and developing the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and other financial analyses for review by Finance Senior Management, and subsequent presentation to the Executive, Board, external partners, the Ministry Responsible for Housing, Treasury Board/Staff and the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC). He/she/they conducts financial and cost/benefit analyses of current and anticipated programs and initiatives, prepares financial analysis and models to support the development of Treasury Board and Cabinet submissions, and leads and manages special projects of a financial analysis and reporting nature. The position is responsible for preparing long term cash flow forecasts and overseeing the preparation of various reports for the Commission’s programs and initiatives, including business case submissions to the Ministry Responsible for Housing, Treasury Board and/or Cabinet to support the in-year expenditure management and annual provincial budget processes. The position manages the core financial structure of the Finance system, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE1), develops and manages models, programs and reporting tools to support business and corporate reporting requirements, and designs and develops financial reports to provide current, sensitive and relevant information for decision making. The incumbent provides advice and guidance to Commission managers regarding the effective use of financial resources and options to enhance financial and business performance.  

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration, finance, public administration, economics or a related field.
• Considerable experience in a large computerized accounting operation in the public sector, including considerable experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent is an asset
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of financial reporting/analysis models and frameworks and considerable knowledge of financial, accounting and reporting systems, processes and controls.
• Considerable knowledge of financial reporting and analysis functions within the government environment.
• Ability to learn and understand mission-critical corporate enterprise applications (i.e. JDEdwards, WebFOCUS, and the Central Property System (CPS)).
• Ability to learn and understand the Commission’s programs and operating requirements, relevant legislation, and the role of central agencies.
• Ability to distil complex and technical financial and policy/program information and effectively communicate considerations and implications to an executive audience through verbal briefings as well as clear writing of reports and business case submissions.
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to conduct research, undertake complex financial analyses and facilitate improved financial and business decision-making.
• Ability to manage relationships and exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment when dealing with a broad range of audiences.
• Ability to exercise independence of action in participating and providing program/service recommendations as a member of the management team.
• Ability to provide expert opinions/briefings, advice to senior management on identified and emerging issues impacting program or service goals, outcomes or efficiencies.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate staff in a team setting.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-through skills including the ability to work under the direction of, or leading several people, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines within shifting environments.
• Strategic orientation, detail orientation and well-developed business acumen skills.
• Effective communication, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research, analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Budgeting and Forecasting or the Manager, Financial Analysis and Reporting, the Budget and Financial Analyst prepares complex and comprehensive financial analyses and reports and participates in the annual budget process. He/she/they provides consulting services to staff in other departments in regard to managing, analysing and verifying financial data.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, accounting, finance, or in a relevant subject field.
• Considerable work experience in a high volume computerized financial accounting environment carrying out complex financial analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting functions.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting functions within the public sector environment.
• Considerable knowledge of financial, accounting and reporting systems, processes and controls.
• Considerable knowledge of accounting concepts and processes.
• Knowledge of government decision-making and policy development processes and structures.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn and understand mission-critical corporate enterprise applications and IT systems (i.e. JDE1 and WebFOCUS).
• Ability to exercise attention to details with high degree of accuracy especially working with numbers and dollars.
• Ability to take initiative proactively and work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines with changing priorities.
• Strong research, analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Analysis & Reporting, the Manager, Financial Analysis & Reporting is responsible for coordinating and developing the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and other financial analyses for review by Finance Senior Management, and subsequent presentation to the Executive, Board, external partners, the Ministry Responsible for Housing, Treasury Board/Staff and the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC). He/she/they conducts financial and cost/benefit analyses of current and anticipated programs and initiatives, prepares financial analysis and models to support the development of Treasury Board and Cabinet submissions, and leads and manages special projects of a financial analysis and reporting nature. The position is responsible for preparing long term cash flow forecasts and overseeing the preparation of various reports for the Commission’s programs and initiatives, including business case submissions to the Ministry Responsible for Housing, Treasury Board and/or Cabinet to support the in-year expenditure management and annual provincial budget processes. The position manages the core financial structure of the Finance system, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE1), develops and manages models, programs and reporting tools to support business and corporate reporting requirements, and designs and develops financial reports to provide current, sensitive and relevant information for decision making. The incumbent provides advice and guidance to Commission managers regarding the effective use of financial resources and options to enhance financial and business performance.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration, finance, public administration, economics or a related field.
• Considerable experience in a large computerized accounting operation in the public sector, including considerable experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of financial reporting/analysis models and frameworks and considerable knowledge of financial, accounting and reporting systems, processes and controls.
• Considerable knowledge of financial reporting and analysis functions within the government environment.
• Ability to learn and understand mission-critical corporate enterprise applications (i.e. JD Edwards, WebFOCUS, and the Central Property System (CPS)).
• Ability to learn and understand the Commission’s programs and operating requirements, relevant legislation, and the role of central agencies.
• Ability to distil complex and technical financial and policy/program information and effectively communicate considerations and implications to an executive audience through verbal briefings as well as clear writing of reports and business case submissions.
• Ability to work independently as well as function effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to conduct research, undertake complex financial analyses and facilitate improved financial and business decision-making.
• Ability to manage relationships and exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgment when dealing with a broad range of audiences.
• Ability to exercise independence of action in participating and providing program/service recommendations as a member of the management team.
• Ability to provide expert opinions/briefings, advice to senior management on identified and emerging issues impacting program or service goals, outcomes or efficiencies.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate staff in a team setting.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow-through skills including the ability to work under the direction of, or leading several people, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines within shifting environments.
• Strategic orientation, detail orientation and well-developed business acumen skills.
• Effective communication, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research, analytical, problem solving and conceptual thinking skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

We are currently looking for a Commercial Account Manager to join our team in our Burnaby office. You will collaborate with Account Producer(s)/Marketer(s) regarding the client needs and recommend solutions with respect to placement, terms, and conditions. This position requires a positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a high paced environment. Wilson M. Beck Insurance Services Inc. is one of the largest privately held construction brokerages in Western Canada. WMB has dedicated teams focused exclusively on insurance, surety, warranty, and risk management services. We have strategically positioned ourselves into what we consider the four corners of BC. Since 1981 we have grown to employ over 300 people in 10 geographic locations: Lower Mainland, Okanagan (Kelowna), Kamloops, Northern BC (Prince George), Victoria, Alberta, and Ontario.

When you join the Wilson M. Beck family you work with a team full of diverse knowledge and experience. At Wilson M. Beck, our employees are the foundation of our organization. Together, through our commitment and passion for our clients, we have built our reputation as a respected industry leader in insurance services. Our strength is our people and their expertise – We Care. We Help.

What You’ll Do:

• You will maintain maximum retention of the existing book of business by providing exceptional client service.
• You will be organizing and attending internal renewal strategy meetings.
• You will attend external client meetings as required.
• You will respond promptly to client emails and telephone calls.
• You will prepare all client services documents (i.e., Renewal Summaries, Proposals, Underwriting Submissions).
• You will maintain monthly expiry lists including following up on project expiries.
• You will monitor abeyances for outstanding information.
• You will update spreadsheets such as Statement of Values and Contractors Equipment.
• You will write correspondence and send documents to clients (using company templates).
• You will be the liaison with marketing on placements, renewals, and midterm policy changes.
• You will handle the complete brokering process on small mid-size policies within the book.
• You will review leases and contract documents and provide coverage advice to clients.
• You will provide bid costing for clients prior to tender closings and recommend appropriate coverage.
• You will complete certificate requests.
• You will recommend additional coverage to clients (using coverage checklist).
• You will quote and issue premium finance contracts as requested.
• You will follow up on accounts receivable.
• You will follow corporate policies and procedures.
• You will maintain continuing education credits for licensing.
• Other miscellaneous duties and special projects as required.

Who You Are:

• You have a Level 2 Insurance License.
• You have a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ Commercial Lines experience; construction experience is an asset.
• CAIB, CIP, FCIP or CRM designation would be considered an asset along with university and/or College education.
• You are a self-starter, who is highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• You have Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Applied Epic.
• You have a friendly professional demeanor with a good sense of business acumen.
• You have a natural ability to thrive in a team environment and work well with others.
• You are driven to success and can represent our brand and your own cohesively and confidentially.
• Excellent organizational Skills
• Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance
• Punctual with strong attendance history

Compensation

• The expected salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate's skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position's business line, scope, and level.
• Company Benefits program

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits programs.
• Professional development training/courses.
• A great collaborative work environment.
• A newly renovated kitchen
• On-site gym
• Yoga/meditation room
• We are firm believers of the health and wellness of our staff and provide on-site resources and services to encourage and support this.

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Purpose of Job:

As a Home Financing Advisor (Mortgage Advisor) you will be responsible for maximizing the development of residential mortgage business from third party referral sources such as real estate agents, lawyers, financial planners, and centres of influence with the goal of bringing new customers to the Bank.

Is this role right for you?

• You’re entrepreneurial, driven, and you love that every day is different. You’re willing to work variable hours including weekends and evenings and you’re available to meet clients at times that are convenient for them.
• Whether it’s conducting mortgage seminars or building a marketing program, you enjoy business development and getting out in the community as a Mortgage Advisor.
• This role is 100% commission, which puts your future in your own hands.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if:

• You have strong sales management experience and have the ability to market yourself, the mortgage business, and Scotiabank effectively.
• You’re a relationship builder (Mortgage Advisor) who is focused on providing a great client experience and growing relationships with existing Bank customers.
• You maintain current knowledge of mortgage lending policies and procedures, and understand the real estate market/property values/sales trends/competitor programs to be able to respond appropriately to business requirements.
• You have 3 to 5 years of industry-related experience and a deep understanding of your local market.
• You possess and maintain a driver’s license and have access to personal transportation.

What’s in it for you?

• Home Financing Solutions has a boutique feel where you’ll own your market and be fully supported by our Sales Leaders.
• As a Mortgage Advisor you’ll be given the tools you need to help your clients with the advice necessary for them to realize their home ownership goals.
• You’ll have access to an industry-leading suite of mortgage products, including our iconic STEP product. You’ll be able to offer solutions for rental property financing, purchase-plus improvements, and customers who are business-for-self, high-net worth, or new to Canada.
• Our underwriting model is very different, which means you’ll get to partner with a dedicated Home Financing Lending Manager who will provide one-touch service for underwriting, condition fulfillment, and deal escalation. Our model is efficient, fast, and rooted in common sense lending principles.  
• Unique lead generation programs, marketing and social selling programs, Salesforce CRM and COI loyalty program paid for and supported by the Bank.

Weekend Availability Required: Saturdays and Sundays

PepsiCo’s mission is to create smiles with every sip and every bite. We are committed to bringing our beloved consumer brands to market while doing good for the planet and our communities. Our success lies in our people. We offer our employees opportunities to make a meaningful impact, gain new skills and build successful careers in a diverse and inclusive workplace. Bring your unique perspective. Bring curiosity. Bring ingenuity. Bring drive. Because what makes you unique, makes us better. 

Responsibilities

About You

You’re ambitious and hard-working and see every challenge as an opportunity. You pride yourself on being motivated, strong and a team player, and you have strong organizational skills. You want a job that will maximize your earning potential as well as open doors for the future and prefer to be out in the world rolling up your sleeves than behind a desk all day. 

Your experience may include customer service. This is a great role for students in all kinds of programs. It’s also a great fit for people who work successfully with a high degree of independence and have experience dealing with people. 

In this role you will help us get our famous brands to the people who love themacrossCanada.Here’swhatyou’llbe doing:

• Merchandising Pepsi products into store shelving, racks, coolers and displays using manual or powered equipment 

• Supporting execution of store promotions by ensuring all shelves are filled and promotional materials are maximized  

• Working collaboratively with the Account Sales Representatives and Delivery teams to provide top quality servicing of all Pepsi accounts 

• Maintaining back-room stock in neat and orderly condition 

• Rotating out expired products to ensure freshness of Pepsi products 

Qualifications

• You have a High School Diploma, Professional Studies Diploma or Equivalence 

• You hold a valid Drivers License and have access to your own vehicle 

• You’re physically fit (lifting large items up to 50 lbs. is part of the job) 

• You enjoy working independently and are self-motivated 

• You have excellent time management skills  

Additionalskills you may have (notrequired, these are assets)

• Prior merchandising or customer service experience 

• Previous grocery store experience  

What you can expect from us: 

• A working environment that puts health and safety first 

• $22.35 per hour with full-time hours and overtime opportunities 

• Great people and culture – proudly bring your whole self to work!  

• Future opportunities. We are one of Canada’s top 10 employers of youth. Ask us more in your interview! 

The Account Manager is responsible to work on opportunities across North America, representing the business to all levels of decision makers within the accounts.

The purpose of this role is to solution sell the full scope of services to new customers with the key deliverables achieving assigned revenue objectives and enabling maximum revenue growth.

How You'll Help:

• Sells into accounts, services new accounts, and manages an existing client base. 
• Acts proactively to create opportunities for new business with existing accounts. 
• Builds relationships with potential new and existing accounts to grow & retain business in Canada and the US. 
• Generates sales leads by networking, cold-calling prospects and building relationships as part of a coordinated sales strategy. 
• Creates sales strategies by gathering market information, analyzing opportunities and documenting sales methodology. 
• Prepares presentations and delivers to prospective clients. 
• Maintains accurate customer files. 
• Works with operations to address issues with scheduled shipments. 
• Other related duties as may be required. 

Your Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of secondary education
• Post-secondary education in business administration or related field, an asset
• A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered
• Previous transportation or operational experience is preferred; various roles within transportation would be beneficial. 
• A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in telesales, sales support/customer service or business-to-business sales. 
• A solid network and client base to call upon is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to resolve problems in a timely fashion. 
• Considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy are required when dealing with customers, either existing or new. Problem solving demands require immediate action, to ensure the consistent application of strategies for growth. 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. 
• Proven experience in freight brokerage sales, with a desire to grow professionally. 
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Windows environment are key to succeeding in this role. 
• Out-going "Hunter" personality. 
• Demonstrated customer relationship skills. 
• Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment. 
• Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues. 
• Results focused. 

Location(s): Help Headquarters 

Job Type: Full Time 

myWork Options: In-person, Hybrid

Background Screening Requirement: 

• Enhanced Criminal Record Check
• Credit Check
• Employment Verification
• References

What’s the job?

As a Financial Planner you will manage a portfolio of existing members and their families, building long-lasting relationships with current and potential members.  You will conduct effective discovery meetings to determine member needs and translate the complex world of investments into effective solutions that help members meet their financial goals and objectives.  

What you’ll get to do:

• Proactively identify member financial needs and solutions by considering the member's wealth, business, life goals and other objectives;
• Leverage financial planning tools to prepare customized and effective presentations; acquire new business from both existing members and prospects;
• Lead with advice, counselling members on investment strategies and other financial decisions;
• Review and communicate portfolio performance to members and provide education and consultation related to their investment and financial needs;
• Serve as a resource for members and staff with needs surrounding financial planning, investments, insurance, tax strategies, retirement analysis, estate & succession planning, etc.;
• Consistently identify opportunities for personal banking, small business and general insurance opportunities and refers accordingly to support business objectives across business lines;

Who are we looking for?

Self-motivated and a keen listener, you enjoy building and developing close client relationships; you are adept at using multiple forms of communication to great effect - knowing when and how to use each for the best outcome.

Key skills required:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• CFP designation required;
• TEP and/or CPA designation are an asset;
• Eligible to be registered with the BC Securities commission to sell mutual funds;
• Canadian Securities course, Wealth Management Essentials (WME) + Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH);
• Familiarity with financial planning software, Morningstar & Salesforce programs;
• Demonstrated sales skills with an ability to self-source business as well as referral business;
• Advanced knowledge of a variety of investment products;
• Solid knowledge with life insurance products and administration.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Budgeting, Financial Analysis & Reporting, the Senior Manager, Budgeting and Forecasting is responsible for planning and managing the implementation of the budgeting process for BC Housing and Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC), and for the preparation of the budget for presentation to the Executive, BC Housing’s Board of Commissioners, the Ministry responsible for Housing, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), and Treasury Board/Staff. He/she/they manages the preparation of the Financial Plan in the three-year Service Plan, the Financial Report in the Annual Report, estimates, forecasts, cash flow statements, and other related financial information and analyses to assist the Executive in making sound business decisions, and the preparation of various reports and analyses for the Board and other stakeholders. The position oversees the reporting of results against budgets and the evaluation of current and anticipated programs, and develops and presents options and strategies to improve BC Housing’s financial position. The role assists in the preparation of the 10-year Capital Plan and 5-year Financial Management Plan. The position is responsible for ensuring the integrity and operability of the core financial structure in the Finance system (JD Edwards EnterpriseOne), and plans and manages projects relating to the design, development, and maintenance of the financial decision support framework. He/she/they also provides leadership and advice to senior managers of the Commission regarding budgeting, financial planning, and other financial matters to enhance financial and business performance.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or other relevant field.
• Member in good standing of the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Association.
• Considerable experience in managing the budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis functions for a large, complex organization with computerized accounting and financial operations.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Extensive knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis models and frameworks.
• Extensive knowledge of financial, accounting, and reporting systems, processes, and controls.
• Ability to learn and understand mission-critical corporate enterprise applications such as JDE1, WebFOCUS, Cashflow Financial Forecasting (CFF) and Central Property System (CPS).
• Ability to learn and understand the Commission’s programs and operating requirements, relevant legislation, and the role of central agencies.
• Ability to plan and manage budgeting and forecasting processes and develop budgets and estimates in accordance with Commission and stakeholder requirements.
• Ability to provide leadership in conducting research, preparing financial analyses, analyzing complex financial matters, and providing options to improve the Commission’s financial position.
• Ability to assess the business and financial ramifications of new programs and opportunities and develop strategies and options to facilitate the accomplishment of objectives.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team setting.
• Ability to establish a high level of rapport with the Executive, senior management, government, housing partners, and other stakeholders to accomplish objectives.
• Strong consensus-building, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills.

The City of Vancouver is seeking an experienced and sophisticated Director of Financial Services to lead a range of financial services that support an organization with a $2.3 billion annual budget. Reporting to the CFO, you’ll be responsible for a critical set of internal processes and customer-facing services, overseeing a talented and dedicated team of over 100 professionals, and driving digital/service transformations to ensure these processes and services are optimised. The City’s Financial Services team is a leader among Canadian municipalities and was recently recognized with the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association.

Your impact

As the City’s Director of Financial Services, you’ll:

• Lead a broad range of key internal financial processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, business unit accounting and financial reporting
• Lead the City’s public-facing Revenue Services function, responsible for the billing and collection of property taxes, the Empty Homes Tax and a range of City-provided utilities
• Identify opportunities to improve services for greater efficiencies and/or improved customer experiences, championing digital transformation and service excellence
• Inspire a large and diverse team, building relationships across the organization to drive best practices and financial innovation
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and the development of corporate financial statements, with this financial information supporting important organisation-wide decision making
• Ensure secure, resilient financial controls are in place, and appropriate legislative compliance

You bring

As an experienced professional, you have demonstrated exceptional team leadership, communication, relationship-building skills, and your “growth mindset” means you’re always seeking to improve whatever you’re working on, and to grow professionally. You’re a strategic thinker, with a passion for leading change in a dynamic environment. At the same time you’re a strong process thinker and structured problem solver, with a track record in driving financial innovation. This is supported by:

• a CPA designation and at least an undergraduate degree in business or related field,
• at least 15 years of senior-level financial leadership in a complex organization, or an equivalent combination of experience and education, and
• Expertise in financial systems, public sector accounting, and internal controls.

This role presents an opportunity for the right person to make a meaningful impact on one of Canada’s most vibrant cities. We’re not looking for someone to just keep the lights on—we want a strategic partner to shape how we grow, evolve, and lead in the delivery of our financial services. If you are a collaborative and innovative financial leader with a passion for public service, we want to hear from you.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: Senior Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-141: $177549 to $233627 per annum.  The salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skillset, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and internal equity considerations.

Application Close:  May 11, 2025

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Parks & Recreation, the Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for financial planning and analysis for the City of Vancouver. The Financial Analyst 2 is responsible for leading specific FP&A functions including short-mid term planning, budgeting, forecasting, business case development, financial modelling and decision support for processes and initiatives. Working closely with other members of the Citywide and Business Unit (BU) FP&A, the main functions of the role include leading respective business area, support the development of the City’s annual budget and multiyear plan process, support monthly and quarterly financial reporting process, and analyzing key business issues impacting the revenue opportunities within a business unit.

The position ensures compliance with internal controls, policies, standards and business processes and systems. The position provides financial decision support to enable the City to meet its strategic objectives and goals and leads the development of policies and processes to support the effective financial management of departmental resources.

The position makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Analysis:

• Defines and uses logical and innovative approaches to evaluate and deconstruct accounting and business situations. Compiles and links analytical information, experience and insights using quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and application of common quantitative techniques by preparing appropriate financial analysis with fact-based assumptions to enable decision making.
• Provides input into the formation of problem-solving approaches for business situations.
• Accurately analyzes a situation based on available data or information.
• Leads the problem-solving process by identifying alternatives and making recommendations.
• Consistently applies working knowledge of the organization's information systems & appropriate financial tools and systems to find, extract, and analyze data and to produce reports.
• Applies basic modelling, forecasting and planning techniques to develop forecasts with cost drivers identified and explained.
• Supports management in developing and analyzing business cases, determining the financial implications for all major decisions, ensuring value for money, return on investment, productivity and service delivery analysis, quantifying impacts on budgets and forecasts
• Prepares materials to be presented to the Senior Leadership Teams, Directors, CFO, and other stakeholders as required.

Strategic Business Partnership and Decision support

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the organization's business plan, immediate environment and the possible impact of events and activities on the organization; understand current role in relation to executing the business plan.
• Applies common business principles to critically evaluate and accurately perform analysis.
• Uses insights to influence the views of managers and provides guidance and support, supported by facts, to influence and lead business decisions.
• Ability to apply decision criteria to business propositions prepared by business units.
• Lead in explaining financial concepts and analysis in non-financial terms to counterparts.
• Identify and address additional business partner needs as they arise.
• Makes recommendations on transformational initiatives, including recommendations that could impact staffing levels in the organization and realization of cost efficiencies.

Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance Measurement:

• Leads, manages, and coordinates all aspects of operating and capital budget process within the Park Board; works with subject matter experts to provide inputs and assumptions and manages and monitors Operating & Capital budget expenditures, revenues and recoveries.
• Manages and prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end variances analysis, forecasting and reporting; presents and reviews results with general manager and department leads; works to identify significant risks, and recommends mitigation strategies and raises to appropriate stakeholders.
• Provides financial and budget management to support major project leads.
• Manages and supports the development of multiyear financial and business plans and forecasts, review and validate financial assumptions and models, and identify trends that impact the Department’s ability to meet budget and service delivery targets.
• Leads and manages analysis of budgets, performance indicators, business plans and ongoing financial results to enable strategic recommendations on corrective actions.
• Interpret and provide forecasts and analysis that link to business unit strategy and operational performance.
• Complies with and administers Finance controls, policies and procedures.

Project Management and Process improvement:

• Supports and manages planning process timelines and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and standardization for business area.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for process automation/streamlining and support integration with financial reporting, capital budgeting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.
• Communicate budgeting policies and processes to Department FP&A and City staff; support planning processes improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
• Manage FP&A projects and sub-processes .

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional Accounting Designation or MBA with a combination of experience and education related to the requirements of the position
• Extensive experiance post designation experience in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and accounting
• Advanced financial systems experience preferably within an ERP environment - experience with financial modules of SAP would be an asset
• Strong business case analysis experience
• Good working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as they relate to local government including PSAB
• Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills
• Advanced experience with preparing complex presentations and writing formal reports for senior management and Council
• Considerable experience in presenting to Senior Leaders and department stakeholders
• Advanced project management experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong business acumen and capability to link finance to the business
• Superior critical thinking skills, ability to analyze complex situations and determine appropriate course of action where there is little or no established precedents
• Ability to strategically answer complex business problems through data analysis, modelling and creative thinking
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex financial concepts in simple terms
• Proven ability to work strategically with the business, build relationships, and be a trusted business partner
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a Finance and Business Unit team
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities
• Must be able to take accountability to complete assignments and take ownership of challenges to the point of recommendation, resolution, approval and implementation
• Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, confidentiality, tact and diplomacy

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: June 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $111139 to $138924 per annum

Application Close: April 20, 2025