Financial Analyst

Health Employers Association of British Columbia

$76K — $99K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance (BBA, BCom, BSc) or equivalent experience
  • Five years of recent finance and accounting experience
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in prioritizing workloads and meeting deadlines
  • Expertise in problem-solving and analytical skills, with great attention to detail
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel

Responsibilities

  • Implement the annual budgeting cycle aligning with strategic priorities
  • Prepare and update budget adjustments as necessary
  • Oversee the reconciliation of Board-approved budgets
  • Advise senior leaders on forecasts and resource trade-offs throughout budgeting
  • Collaborate with HR on position control governance
  • Conduct in-depth financial analyses related to operational performance
  • Deliver variance and trend analysis, including salary and financial variances
  • Lead internal financial forecasting and reporting for Board and Finance & Audit Committees
  • Build organizational financial capability through training for leaders
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance in reporting to Ministry of Health and funding partners

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model allowing flexible working locations
  • Opportunity to contribute positively to the public sector
  • Career development prospects within a dynamic organization
  • Engagement with senior leadership and various stakeholders
  • Training and support in financial management for personal growth
Full Job Description
The successful candidate may be permitted to work in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and flexible work location) and will live within commuting distance of our Vancouver office.

OPPORTUNITY:

Reporting to the Manager, Finance, the Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial and business advisory services and support within HEABC. The Financial Analyst completes analysis, forecasting, internal and external reporting, and prepares operating and capital budgets.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement the annual budgeting cycle, aligning strategic priorities with timely, accurate budgets for approval
  • Prepare budget updates and adjustments
  • Oversee and reconcile Board-approved and internal budgets
  • Advise senior leaders throughout the budget process on forecasts, staffing plans, cost pressures, surpluses, and resource trade-offs
  • Support position control governance in collaboration with Human Resources
  • Conduct integrated financial analyses, including operational performance, workforce trends, funding changes, economic conditions, and policy or regulatory developments
  • Deliver insightful variance and trend analysis, including salary and financial variances
  • Lead financial forecasting and reporting for internal Board and Finance & Audit Committee the Ministry
  • Build financial capability across the organization, supporting new and existing leaders through training and orientation on budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
  • Support external financial accountability, preparing and coordinating accurate, compliant reporting to the Ministry of Health, PSEC, and external funding partners
  • Support financial system internal controls, ensuring signing authority and organizational structures accurately reflect leadership accountabilities and reporting needs


Required Education, Experience & Knowledge:

Bachelor's degree in finance (BBA, BCom, BSc) and five (5) years' recent related, finance and accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently
  • Advanced software skills, including MS Excel


This position is well-suited to an individual interested in pursuing a career in an interesting segment of the public sector, and who values the opportunity to make a positive public contribution through their work.

Salary Range: $76,111 - $99,895

Typical Hiring Range: $76,111 - $95,138

In determining salary, HEABC considers many factors including the successful candidate's skillset and experience, as well as internal equity. The final salary offer will be at HEABC's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you're looking for a fulfilling and challenging career within a dynamic organization, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience at:

https://healthemployersassociationofbc.bamboohr.com/jobs/

#HEABCJOBS

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