Senior Financial Analyst (12-month Contract)
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6C 2T8
Posting Title: Senior Financial Analyst (12-month Contract)
Department: Enterprise Enablement
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Job Type: Contract
Location: Vancouver
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary Range: $90,069.00 - $140,235.00
Close Date: May 13, 2026
Job Summary
BC Financial Services Authority (“BCFSA”) helps to protect British Columbians during the biggest financial decisions in their lives. We regulate B.C. ’s financial services sector, including credit unions, real estate licensees, registered pension plans, insurance and trust companies and mortgage brokers. Through modern, effective and efficient oversight, BCFSA protects consumers by impartially setting and enforcing standards across the entire sector ensuring the prosperity of the province.
BCFSA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at BCFSA.
We recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs, and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment. To achieve this, we are committed to:
• Hiring team members who represent the population we serve;
• Removing barriers that may prevent equitable employment; and
• Supporting respectful work environments where everyone feels included and able to produce excellent results.
BCFSA is proud to be selected as one of BC's Top Employers (2025) in recognition of our competitive compensation, work-life balance, and progressive programs.
WHAT WE OFFER:
When you join us, you become part of a high-performing team. Here, each Team Member can bring their unique talent to make outstanding contributions as we work towards the common goal of protecting British Columbians during the most important financial transactions in their lives. We offer:
• Healthy living and work-life balance
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits plan
• Opportunities for personal and professional development
• Competitive compensation
• A challenging and engaging team environment
• Defined benefits pension plan
• Our team members enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model. They can choose every day where they want to work to be the most effective, from the comfort of their home to our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver. (Eligibility may vary, depending on position).
SUMMARY
The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for leading and executing on financial projects, satisfying compliance obligations, performing complex reconciliations, redesigning business processes, and implementing system improvements to optimize BCFSA’s financial performance.
This role entails full-cycle accounting responsibilities to enhance the effectiveness of BCFSA’s financial operations. These efforts are critical in contributing to the organization’s mission to promote confidence in British Columbia's financial services sector by providing risk-based and proportional regulation and protecting the public.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
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Generates and executes on project plans to provide operational oversight of new and existing processes and guidelines.
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Performs complex financial reconciliations with accuracy, ensuring compliance with established standards.
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Approves cost allocations, ensuring transparency and accountability. Approves payments issued.
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Calculates and issues financial and operating metrics.
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Reviews audit working papers, processes, and documentation with external auditors upon request.
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Generates compliant and accurate financial statements and remittance filings.
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Evaluates existing business processes and recommends redesign and improvements to improve workflows.
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Contributes to the implementation of financial systems and technologies.
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Creates reports for senior leadership to assist in strategic decision making.
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Develops and maintains constructive and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Provides supervision, coaching, and mentorship to allow team members to achieve their full potential.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial management and accounting.
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Expertise in full-cycle accounting and auditing.
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Financial information system implementation experience (e.g. SAP, Sage, Workday, Oracle), either as a subject matter expert or a project leader.
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A problem-solver and a critical thinker, able to redesign and transform business processes to improve operational performance.
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Proficient at prioritizing tasks without compromising accuracy, quality, or deadlines.
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Strong business acumen, able to connect the dots through ambiguity.
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Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
EDUCATION
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Bachelor's degree in commerce (BCom), Arts (BA), Science (BSc) or Business (BBA)
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Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
CERTIFICATIONS
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Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or passing of CPA’s Common Final Examination (CFE) required.
PROVISOS
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and living in British Columbia or intent to settle in the province.
Internal candidates are kindly requested to use their BCFSA email address when applying for this position. This will help us identify and streamline the internal application process.
Hiring Process Accommodation
BCFSA wants to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourages applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special support in the application process, including disability accommodation, in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Email us at careers@bcfsa.ca to notify us of any needs related to your job application.