BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Water Revenue team is an established team of 11 financial professionals who work together to bill water revenues for authorizations issued under the Water Sustainability Act. The team works closely with internal water allocation staff and other CSNR staff, while Accounts Receivable Clerks also support the public directly. We value the knowledge and experience each person brings and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and learn.

The Role
In this role, you will supervise a team of Accounts Receivable Clerks and support billing, financial reporting, and inquiries related to water licences across the province. You will work with both internal teams and the public, helping people understand their water-related fees and charges while contributing to accessible and responsive service. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, commerce, economics, public administration, accounting, or financial management PLUS 1 year of *related experience; OR 
• Diploma in business administration, commerce, economics, public administration, accounting, or financial management (in lieu of a Diploma, completion of minimum first two years of a Degree in any of the listed studies will be considered equivalent) PLUS 3 years of *related experience; OR
• Certificate in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline or Level 2 of the BC Public Service Financial Management Certificate Program An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following: 

• Experience providing direction to staff or contractors and monitoring results.
• Experience with financial software systems such as: accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger modules.
• Experience in generating, monitoring and reporting of financial information using multiple financial systems, applications or programs.
• Experience analyzing large volumes of financial data, using MS Excel advanced functions which include importing data, sorting, applying complex formulas, and producing pivot tables, charts and graphs.
• Experience in a supervisory position. 

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• A professional accounting designation (CPA) OR enrolled or fully eligible for enrollment in the CPA Professional Education Program.
• Experience with CAS Oracle (GL, AP, and AR modules), minimum 6 months. 
• Completion of courses in supervisory skills. 
• Experience with financial reporting and forecasting, including variance analysis. 
• Experience preparing journal entries. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Allison.Cain@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Natural Resource Ministry office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or 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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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: 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.

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.