BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Team is an established and collaborative group that provides financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and strategic advice to support the Ministry of Finance, Office of the Premier, and other partnered offices and entities. Made up of a director, budget managers, and financial analysts, the team works closely with ministry executives, program areas, corporate services, and central agencies to support informed decision-making and responsible financial management.

Guided by a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the team values collaboration, respect, and the contributions of people with diverse experiences and perspectives. Team members take pride in supporting key government priorities through strong financial stewardship, while fostering a supportive and highly engaged work environment where employees can learn, contribute, and grow professionally.

The Role
As a Budget Manager, you will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting for assigned ministry portfolios, providing trusted financial advice to program areas, senior leaders, and decision-makers. You will assess financial risks and pressures, support annual and multi-year budget development, and deliver clear, evidence-based analysis that helps guide strategic decisions and responsible stewardship of public resources.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the centre of financial planning within the Ministry of Finance, where your expertise will directly support programs and services that benefit British Columbians. In a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, you will partner with colleagues across the ministry to solve complex challenges, develop practical solutions, and contribute to transparent, informed, and equitable decision-making.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A minimum of a Diploma in a related discipline (i.e., business, finance, economics, management); AND
• A minimum of 3 years of related applied experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related applied experience must include:

• Experience in financial management including budget development and forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in analysis of complex financial information and business issues. 
• Experience in developing collaborative relationships with key partners, clients, and staff.
• Experience in the supervision of staff, performance management and workload planning.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Accounting designation (CPA).
• Experience in oversight of budget development and forecasting.
• Experience with budgeting within a government environment.
• Experience in financial systems for forecasting and budgeting.
• Experience in review and development of effective business processes.
• Experience in leading and overseeing projects, i.e. business reviews, systems development etc.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jackie.Zhu@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until June 30, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
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.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.