FO 21R - Financial Analyst, Sector Initiatives & Analysis

The Team
The Sector Initiatives and Analysis team provides leadership, strategic policy advice and decision support for initiatives and issues in the contracted social services sector. This team supports the Ministry’s agenda and ensures any Ministry commitments arising from the collective bargaining process are met in a timely and effective manner.

The Role
The Financial Analyst, Sector Initiatives & Analysis will conduct analysis, reporting, and provide financial expertise, advice and recommendations on sector contracting policies and initiatives.
This position will be involved in the development of a financial performance framework, oversight activities, as well as the preparation of briefing notes, standard operating procedures, monitoring plans and management reports relating to sector contracting initiatives.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in the field of financial management, business, economics or equivalent; or formal financial training such as Level 1 or 2 of the Financial Management Certificate Program, or registration in CA/CMA/CGA, CFA, or equivalent professional designation.
• Experience interpreting legislation and conducting analytical research to support budget/ costing model development and evaluation.
• Experience analyzing financial and accounting statements.
• Experience developing financial reports.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience implementing legislation and policy.
• Experience related to procurement and contract management.
• Experience with collective bargaining, labour relations and/or negotiating.
• Experience in the Community Social Services Sector (BC or other jurisdiction).

For questions regarding this position, please contact David.Starkey@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future 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:
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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 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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