FO 18R - Financial Analyst

Posting Title
FO 18R - Financial Analyst

Position Classification
Financial Officer R18

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually

Close Date
12/9/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Wildfire Service

Job Summary

The Team
Join our Provincial Finance team, a small, dedicated group focused on delivering excellent financial assistance. Reporting to the Provincial Finance Lead, you'll collaborate with another Financial Analyst and engage with financial analysts across various government branches and BC Wildfire Service units. We ensure accurate reporting, forecasting, and budget support, making a significant impact on financial operations while fostering a supportive and friendly environment where knowledge is shared and teamwork thrives.

The Role
The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the division's budgeting and financial management processes. This role involves maintaining salary monitoring systems, creating detailed financial reports, and ensuring accuracy in tracking expenditures and commitments. The position contributes to fostering an inclusive environment by supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) in all aspects of financial operations, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance across the organization.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in a field related to public administration or business administration plus 1 year recent related experience in conducting financial forecasts and analysis; or
• Grade 12 plus 3 years in related experience in conducting financial forecasts and analysis; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Provisos /Willingness statement(s)

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures
• To keep current on emerging issues
• To take in-house training and certification as required

For questions regarding this position, please contact Robert.Bradford@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Flexible work options may not be available during emergency operations response periods.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category
Finance

Additional Information