BAND 5 – Executive Director, Corporate Accounting Services

Posting Title
BAND 5 – Executive Director, Corporate Accounting Services

Position Classification
Band 5

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$123,100.01 – $157,100.11 annually

Close Date
10/29/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Finance

Ministry Branch / Division
Corporate Accounting Services/Office Comptroller General

Job Summary

The Team
At Corporate Accounting Services, you’ll be joining an established team of 50-60 dedicated professionals responsible for managing the Corporate Financial Systems (CFS) for the province of British Columbia. You’ll collaborate closely with Ministry Chief Information Officers (MCIOs), Executive Financial Officers (EFOs), Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), and other senior executives to replace legacy systems with new technologies that improve government financial services for British Columbians. Our team values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful and supportive environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.

The Role
As the Executive Director, Corporate Accounting Services, you will lead a team responsible for replacing legacy financial systems with modern technology and architectures, creating a more efficient platform for ministries across the province. As part of this exciting journey toward cloud adoption, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance government financial processes within the Corporate Financial Systems (CFS) and integrated ministry systems. This position allows you to drive meaningful change, improve services, and implement best practices that directly benefit the people of British Columbia. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of a degree, diploma, certification or equivalent in the computer science field. OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience must include seven (7) years or more in each of the following:

• Experience in a senior management role at the Director level or above leading complex (i.e. enterprise-level) information technology system development projects and/or business transformation projects, including managing professional IT staff, project teams, and budgets.
• Experience negotiating and managing information technology contracts.
• Experience establishing collaborative relationships with senior leaders across an organization and leading organizational change associated with implementation of system changes.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in management of enterprise financial systems (i.e. Oracle).
• Experience in leading the implementation of cloud-based systems projects (i.e. Oracle Fusion).

For questions regarding this position, please contact nicole.wright@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.
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 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.

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– 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.

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Job Category
Finance, Leadership and Management