BC Assessment is currently looking for a permanent Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis to join our Finance Division in our Victoria office.

We acknowledge that BC Assessment’s Victoria office is located on the traditional territories of the Songhees Nation of the Coast Salish People. We are honoured to be able to live, work and play on this land.

• Location: Victoria, BC

• Hybrid Work: Minimum 3 days per week in office

• Competition Close Date: Sunday, June 28th @ 11:59PM (PST)

• Compensation: $122,225 - $149,386

*The salary range provided is based on our current Management salary structure. The successful candidate's placement will consider qualifications, experience, market norms, and internal equity. The typical recruitment range spans from the minimum to the mid-range, with the potential to advance to the maximum through performance-based increases.

Who you are

You are an exceptional communicator with the ability to provide expert financial advice and insights that support informed, strategic, and fiscally responsible business decisions. You have strong financial planning, forecasting, modelling and analytical expertise, combined with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear and actionable recommendations for leaders across the organization.

You are adept at critically evaluating information, identifying risks and opportunities, and validating assumptions to ensure accuracy, integrity, and reliability in a deadline-driven environment. You have strong attention to detail while maintaining a broader perspective on organizational priorities and strategic objectives. You collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels and build trusted relationships that support sound financial decision-making and business performance.

With experience in financial management leadership roles in mid-to large-sized organizations, you bring advanced financial modelling and analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement. You are comfortable managing competing priorities and leading teams to deliver high-quality financial services, reporting, and advice.

What you’ll get to do

The Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis leads BC Assessment's financial planning, forecasting, financial modelling, management reporting, and financial performance management functions. This role supports the achievement of organizational objectives by providing leadership, expertise, service excellence, and innovation in the development and delivery of financial planning frameworks, reporting, and decision-support tools.

Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Business Support, this role plays a key leadership role in supporting organizational decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, business planning, and performance reporting. Working closely with Financial Operations and leaders across the organization, the Manager develops reliable forecasts, evaluates financial impacts and risks, and provides insights that support effective resource allocation and achievement of strategic priorities.

Other responsibilities include:

• Managing BC Assessment's financial planning and forecasting processes, producing reliable forecasts, identifying financial risks and opportunities, and supporting the effective use of organizational resources.

• Developing and maintaining financial models and analyses that support forecasting accuracy, scenario planning, and informed decision-making across the organization.

• Analyzing and interpreting financial and operational information, identifying risks and uncertainties, and providing recommendations to support strategic and business decisions.

• Leading financial assessments of projects and initiatives, evaluating financial impacts and supporting divisional managers with business planning and decision-making.

• Providing financial leadership and guidance to leaders across the organization, helping them understand financial implications and promoting sound fiscal management.

• Drafting presentations, briefing notes, business cases, and other materials that support evaluation, prioritization, and decision-making by Senior Leadership, Executive, and the Board of Directors.

• Developing and maintaining management reporting and financial performance reporting that supports organizational planning, trend analysis, and regulatory reporting requirements.

• Partnering with Financial Operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, resolve variances, strengthen forecast governance, and support continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

• Supporting the development and enhancement of financial systems, reporting tools, policies, and procedures, including participation in forecasting and budgeting system upgrades and improvements.

• Leading, managing, and engaging the work of employees, including hiring, coaching, development, and performance management.

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

What you bring to the team

Education

• A university degree in business, finance, management or equivalent.

• A CPA accounting designation and current membership in good standing with the CPA association.

Experience

Seven years' experience including:

• corporate financial planning, analysis and reporting experience at a senior level;

• experience in budget development and analysis;

• demonstrated progressive levels of financial and administrative responsibility;

• experience providing direction and leadership in managing financial operations;

• experience with computerized financial systems in a mid to large sized organization; and

• experience in public sector accounting is preferred.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Why you’ll love it here

We are proud to be recognized as one of ! We offer competitive benefits for our employees:

• Work-life balance – 35-hour work weeks, hybrid work options and flexible work schedules.

• Public Service Pension Plan – one of the best in Canada, allowing you to plan for your future.

• Health and Wellness - generous extended health and dental benefits through Pacific Blue Cross and an Employee Assistance Program to help support our employees overall well-being.

• Career development – we want you to grow and learn with us! We provide ongoing learning, leadership development and career development scholarship program.

• Location – Our office is located in Saanich, BC at Uptown which overlooks several shops and coffee shops and is walking distance to the Galloping Goose trail network. Our office also has secure bike storage and secure change rooms with lockers.

At BC Assessment, we believe that a strong and healthy culture creates an environment for our people to thrive, and that it delivers value and performance to the people of British ​Columbia. Our values include:​ ​​

• ​We are here for each other

• We own our experience

• We are one team

• We are dedicated learners​

What else you should know

• Please complete the full application for this position, including your education, certifications and experience that are relevant to and/or required per the stated qualifications.  If you are an internal employee, please ensure that your employee profile contains your relevant education and experience.

• Upload your resume and cover letter; once you submit your application, you will not be able to add documents.

• If a questionnaire is present, please complete it fully.  Responses may be used to shortlist candidates against the stated job requirements. 

• All BC Assessment employees must live in British Columbia. If you do not currently reside in, or live within commuting distance of the location(s) of the position to which you are applying, please make clear your relocation intentions as part of your cover letter.

What’s next

• Interviews are scheduled for the week of July 13th

• An eligibility list for future vacancies may be established

• Offers of employment are conditional upon a satisfactory background check, two satisfactory reference checks and proof of qualifications and/or supporting documentation (e.g. copies of certificates, diplomas, degrees, driver’s license).