Coast Mountain Bus Company Ltd Looking for Financial Analyst – (FTT 12-month) at Metro Vancouver Regional District, BC Full Time

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we’re committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.

We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for providing technical, analytical and coordination support services related to operating budget requirements, current year expenditure projections, and actual financial results.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Works with managers to understand their business needs and to support them in utilizing financial information to make prudent business decisions.

Participates in special projects as assigned by the Manager, and provides technical resources to the Director, Finance, as required.

Provides technical, analytical, and coordinating resources for the development and reporting of the annual operating budget and quarterly expenditure forecasts.

Participates in the design, development, and maintenance of the budget/forecast information system.

Provides information and direction to managers and departmental budget coordinators regarding budget preparation, assumptions, and deadlines; provides assistance to budget preparation, planning, and annual budget instructions.

Researches and writes first drafts of Annual Management and Budget reports. Performs necessary analysis, and prepares related charts, graphs, and tables.

Prepares various reports, analysis, and presentation materials.

Ensures that the quarterly Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) are consistent with expenditure forecasts and verifies financial information in the development of KPI budget projections.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The requirements for this job are typically acquired through a university degree in business administration, plus achievement of a recognized Accounting designation, and three (3) years of progressively responsible financial analysis and complex accounting procedures within in a large unionized environment, performing detailed financial and economic analyses and budget preparation and applying technical knowledge to business issues.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures

Solid knowledge of financial systems

Strong analytical skills to perform complex financial and economic analyses

Solid interpersonal skills to discuss and explain financial matters to business leaders

Solid time management and organizational skills to ensure critical financial deadlines are met

Proficiency on all office software, including solid Excel skills, word processing and web-based systems

Solid knowledge of Extracting, Transforming and Loading (ETL) within Power BI or Access and experience with special projects involving process implementations, new systems, developing new management reporting will be considered an asset.

The incumbent will be expected to provide recommendations in the design, development, maintenance, and improvements of the financial systems for budget, forecast, and actuals.

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

37.5 hours per week.

This position is full time temporary for 12 months.

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Salary: $71,327 – $89,159 per annum. (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity)

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan upon eligibility. Focus on your development through training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.

Please click the ‘Apply’ button at the top right corner or go to https://www.translink.ca/About-Us/Careers.aspx to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: January 23, 2023
Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce that is free of all forms of discrimination. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please reach out! We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential enquiry, simply email us at [email protected]