BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Financial Management, Policy and Compliance branch within the Ministry of Transportation and Transit’s Finance & Risk Management Division provides financial expertise and support across the Ministry and its Crown corporations. The team works collaboratively to support effective financial planning, budgeting, reporting and policy compliance, while fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute.

The Role
As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will provide financial advice, analysis and oversight to support sound decision-making, effective budget management and successful project delivery. Working collaboratively with colleagues and project partners, you will monitor financial performance, develop forecasts and reports, ensure compliance with financial policies, and identify opportunities to improve processes and systems. This role offers the opportunity to share your expertise, support others and contribute to meaningful improvements while working in a respectful environment that values different perspectives, experiences and approaches.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, commerce, public administration, accounting, financial management or equivalent and two (2) years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in business administration, commerce, public administration, accounting, financial management or equivalent and four (4) years of related experience; OR
• Completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA or CMA) and two (2) years of related experience; OR
• Enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program and four (4) years of related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience in a financial accounting or support role (i.e. analyst, financial reporting, budgets, forecasting etc.) related to the operations of an organization;
• Experience analyzing financial data, preparing financial reports and developing budget and expenditure forecasting tools, communicating financial information and recommending options.
• Experience in MS Excel (such as: working with multiple worksheets, finding and replacing data, sorting and filtering database, setting up data validation, or creating charts) 
• Experience interpreting financial legislation, policy or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and supporting budget development and evaluation.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in a government environment;
• Experience working with CAS Oracle Financial Applications and\or Capital Program System (CPS).
• Completion of a professional accounting designation or enrolled in the CPA program;
• Experience in budget development and estimates preparation, financial reporting and interpreting financial policies or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alper.Demir@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Ministry of Transportation and Transit 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 4 or more 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.