FINANCE ANALYST

FO 21R
- Financial Analyst Work Options amended
- (125916) Financial Analyst Permanent, Full Time Flexible work options are available, subject to an approved telework agreement; Hybrid work is available for employees residing within the Vancouver, Coast and Mountains (VCM) region and enables employees to telework from their home up to 3 days a week with in office days on Wednesdays and Thursdays. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to apply for this full-time opportunity. The initial salary for this position will start at the beginning of the listed salary range with the opportunity to advance up the pay grid in annual increments. At Destination BC, we are passionate about showcasing the transformative power of British Columbia’s travel experiences with the world. As a Provincially funded Crown corporation, we support BC’s tourism industry through global marketing, destination development, industry learning, community programs, and visitor services. Our flexible work policy balances in-office collaboration with working from home, creating optimal conditions for both employees and the organization. This position is part of our hybrid model, where employees work in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays and have the flexibility to work from home on other days. Destination BC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are also committed to providing workplace accommodations for employees with disabilities, ensuring you have the support needed to perform your best work both during the hiring process and throughout your employment with us. 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 Corporate Services program area within the Corporate Development division provides a comprehensive range of financial, administrative and operational support services to Destination BC. Through collaborative partnerships with central services agencies across the Provincial Government, the Corporate Services team ensures the effective delivery of core corporate services that support organizational operations and objectives. Reporting to the Controller, the Financial Analyst provides expert financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and advice to support effective financial management and decision‑making across the organization. The role oversees key financial processes, supports financial controls and compliance, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and partners with business units to improve financial processes, systems, and reporting. Through analysis, guidance and continuous improvement initiative, the Financial Analyst helps support sound financial stewardship and organizational performance. Develops and maintains accounting, expenditure, commitment control and records management processes and systems, and ensures compliance with corporate policies and procedures. Provides financial, accounting, budgeting, and forecasting advice to business units and divisions to support planning and decision making. Identifies opportunities to improve financial policies, procedures, systems, and practices; Collaborates with business units to maintain the Charts of Accounts and ensure alignment with organizational programs, activities and responsibilities. Develops and manages the annual financial calendar to support key deadlines and provides guidance to staff on financial processes, policies, procedures and budget requirements. Oversees the complete, accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, including the review of asset, liability, revenue, and expenditure accounts, and the development of year‑end expenditure forecasts. Advises managers on budget planning and coordination and supports the monitoring and reporting of revenue and expenditure forecasting. Provides financial management guidance, direction, and training to staff to support a strong understanding of financial systems, budgeting procedures, policies and procedures across the organization. Researches accounting standards and SAP Business ByDesign functionality to resolve accounting system issues, and provides recommendations on new practices, system features, upgrades, and enhancements. Supports the Controller in strengthening financial controls, processes, and procedures and ensures compliance with corporate policies and standards. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by the Controller and the CFO. Master’s degree in financial management or business administration and six months of relevant experience; Bachelor’s Degree in financial management or business administration and one year of relevant experience; Relevant experience includes experience in a