BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 24 base position

Job Overview
To provide senior budget and accounting services for a ministry, including expert advisory services and policy and procedures development.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree and 1 year of *related experience
• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of *related experience; OR
• Diploma and 3 years *related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework and 4 years *related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related Experience must include:

• Experience in budget development and estimates preparation, financial planning and analysis, budget monitoring, and preparation of reports for executive staff.
• Experience interpreting legislation and conducting analytical research to support budget development and evaluation.
• Experience analyzing financial data for variances and trends and recommending remedial action.

Preferences:

• Preference may be given to candidates who hold a professional accounting designation and are members of the Chartered Professional Accountants BC (CPABC).

Applicants must be able and willing to:

• Be flexible regarding changes in responsibilities, assignments, scheduling and corporate structures.
• Work on-call and work extended hours during emergency activations if required.
• Travel occasionally.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tanya.Scadding@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently a temporary opportunity available in Saanichton until December 31, 2026, this temporary opportunity may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Kamloops, Surrey, Saanichton, and Prince George. 
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.

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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application.  The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.