Senior Financial Analyst

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Vancouver, BC
Contract type: Full time
Marketing Statement

Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.

British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.

Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.

When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Carries out a senior level of financial analysis in support of the department’s strategic financial planning and reporting services. Participates in consolidation and operating budgets and all other aspects of financial management, involving KPI’s, forecasting, modeling, costing and other analysis. Also provides financial advisory services to business leaders across the organization.

Key Accountabilities

Participates in development of the consolidated operating budget for the rail division, providing information and advice to business leaders on budget strategy, standards, policies and processes.

Conducts forecasting, modeling, costing and analysis to support strategic financial planning and decision-making for the rail division.

Develops regular and ad hoc draft financial reporting, including quarterly/annual internal reporting, financial reporting for the Board, TransLink reporting, and other ad hoc reports.

Provides financial advisory services to business leaders across the rail division, involving interpretation of financial data to provide meaningful information and consultation as required.

Provides support to the contract services team with financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, forecasting and reporting.

Supports the Manager in identifying risks and opportunities related to areas of accountability. Ensures Manager is alerted to critical issues as they emerge.

Ensures accuracy and completeness of own work, while also ensuring alignment with TransLink standards, policies and processes; and compliance with regulatory and other related requirements.

Builds and maintains relationships with TransLink representatives to discuss and resolve financial analysis and reporting issues; and to provide input to various committees and task forces.

Participates in the implementation of enhanced and streamlined financial processes, collaborating with TransLink business technology services on the development, implementation and ongoing management of new/enhanced systems.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The requirements for this job are typically acquired through an undergraduate degree in finance, plus achievement of an accounting designation, and five years of related, progressively responsible experience.

Other Requirements

Advanced knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices and techniques pertaining to all aspects of corporate financial planning, analysis and reporting.

Solid knowledge and understanding of the relevant TransLink standards, policies and processes, and also of the relevant regulatory requirements.

Solid planning skills, with ability to participate in strategic financial planning processes, including development/consolidation of short and long term financial and budget planning.

Solid interpersonal and communication skills to provide financial advice to business leaders across the rail division.

Solid problem solving and decision making skills to identify, diagnose, and resolve analytical issues.

Advanced analytical skills to carry out complex financial analysis and reporting.

Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency in the full suite of office software.

Other Information

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.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week.

All BCRTC exempt employees will move to a 37.5-hour work week effective December 29, 2024.

Work Designation

Resident

This position works predominately on-site.

Rate of Pay

Salary $82,400 - $123,600 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience and internal parity).

The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, 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.

How To Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers 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: November 05, 2024

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.

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

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