FO 24R – Transit Program Financial Officer

Posting Title
FO 24R – Transit Program Financial Officer

Position Classification
Financial Officer R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,071.18 – $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
10/15/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Min of Trans & Infrastructure

Ministry Branch / Division
Financial Management, Policy and Compliance Branch/Finance and Risk Management Services

Job Summary

The Team

Join the Financial Strategy and Decision Support team, an established group within the Financial Management, Policy, and Compliance Branch, where you’ll collaborate with a dedicated and diverse team of financial analysts, managers, and directors. Our team supports 11 program area branches and monitors funding, budget and forecasts of operating and capital programs and projects for the ministry. We value respect, inclusivity, and teamwork, and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels supported to excel in financial management and reporting.

The Role

In this role, you’ll be responsible for reviewing and processing operating and capital invoices, journal vouchers, and general ledger reconciliations. Additionally, expenditures are monitored and analyzed to ensure alignment with associated agreements, legislation, policy, budget, and forecasts. Monthly, quarterly, and year end forecasting and reporting tasks are part of this key role. Your work will directly impact British Columbia by providing governance for transit-related programs and projects and ensuring compliance with associated funding agreements. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of finance professionals, gaining experience across a broad range of financial operations while contributing to meaningful projects that serve the public.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant financial focus (such as Commerce, Economics or Financial Management), plus 2 years of related financial experience; OR,
• Diploma with relevant financial focus or Government Financial Management Certificate Program, plus 4 years of related financial experience; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Preference may be given to candidates with a professional accounting designation or enrollment in the CPA program.

Related financial experience must include all of the following:

• Experience providing financial guidance and expertise for a government or public sector program or similar large and complex organization, including financial planning, monitoring and reporting.
• Experience providing dependable and responsive financial client service to all levels of management and staff.
• Experience analyzing complex spreadsheets, preparing financial reports, developing budget and expenditure forecasting tools, communicating financial information and recommending options.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sara.Neate@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This is for one (1) permanent opportunity.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and 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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.

Cover Letter: NO– Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES– A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES– You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category
Finance