BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Benefits Finance team, within the Financial Management Office, is an established group responsible for the financial management and oversight of government-wide employee leave programs, payroll accounting services, corporate liabilities, and cost recovery processes. Led by a Director and supported by a team of financial professionals, the team works collaboratively with ministries, central agencies, and stakeholders across government to provide accurate financial reporting, consistent policy application, and strong fiscal stewardship in support of the BC Public Service.

The Role
The Manager, Leave and Payroll Accounting leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of government-wide employee leave financial management and payroll accounting services, overseeing related policies, processes, systems, and financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced financial leader to guide a skilled team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to sound financial management practices that support transparency, accountability, and effective stewardship of public resources across government.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, or a related financial discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum (3) years experience progressively responsible experience in financial management, including financial reporting, policy and controls, revenue and expenditure accountability, analysis, accounting and financial oversight.
• Minimum (2) years experience in the leadership and supervision of staff, including performance management.
• Minimum (2) years experience in the payroll/leave/human resources field, preferably within government. 

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience leading client service delivery support for new or changed corporate accounting processes, coordinating pilot projects and major application upgrades, determining, and recommending appropriate project implementation procedures.
• Experience managing project documentation (e.g., project charter, project plan, costing, timelines, risks, strategies, structure, reporting expectations, status reports, and approval/management process)
• Experience in CAS/Oracle Financials and Reporting including analysis of financial transactions (AP, PO, GL) in the Corporate Financial System (CFS/CAS) or equivalent large financial system, including understanding of the modules interrelation
• Experience in PeopleSoft (CHIPS), Reporting and Time and Leave applications (required) and PeopleSoft Query 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Janine.Cox@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 11/26/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 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.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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.

OPTIONAL: For external postings include benefits statements from Optional Statement Library (BCPS or PEA)

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.