Director of Finance

About Pacific Blue Cross

Pacific Blue Cross (PBC) has been British Columbia's leading benefits provider for over 80 years. We are an independent, not-for-profit society with strong roots in BC’s health care system. We provide health, dental, life, disability, and travel coverage to 1 in 3 British Columbians through employee group plans and individual plans.

We are fueled by a commitment to keep health care sustainable for all British Columbians. Through our PBC Health Foundation, we fund projects that improve health outcomes directly related to mental health and wellbeing as well as the prevention and/or management of chronic disease. We are interested in finding people who want to make a difference and who are looking to grow their career with us.

Perks

• Flexible working hours of 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday (i.e., 37.5 hours per week).
• Paid vacation starts at 4 weeks per year, and increases with years of service.
• Hybrid work environment (i.e., a combination of work from office and work from home days).
• Generous benefits, including extended health, dental, and life insurance; depending on the plan that you choose, these benefit premiums can be 100% paid by PBC.
• Company pension contributions after 1 year of service.
• Onsite gym, cafeteria, and access to virtual doctors/counsellors 24/7 via our Employee Family Assistance Program!
  
  

About The Position

• We are searching for a permanent Director, Finance to join our Finance team.
• PBCs compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $160,000 – $200,000 per year; the base pay offered is based on market and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. The starting salary will be determined based on a combination of skills, education, and experience. The role is eligible for short-term incentive pay based on a combination of individual and company performance.
  
  

Are you ready to lead a dynamic Finance team in an impactful role that helps improve healthcare across BC? If you’re an experienced financial leader with a passion for strategic planning, team development, and project management, we want to hear from you!

We are a local not-for-profit health insurance provider seeking a Director, Finance to provide strategic leadership across all areas of the Finance department. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organization that directly contributes to the health and well-being of our community.

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package and work-life balance. Our workplace culture values health and wellness, diversity and equality, continuing education, environmental sustainability and giving back to the community.

This role is currently working hybrid from home and from our head office in Burnaby, BC. Apply this week if you would like to take on this role.

Key Ways This Position Makes An Impact

Reporting to the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial and Investment Officer, the Director, Finance leads and manages the Finance department and is responsible for financial reporting, policies, compliance, controls, procedures and financial planning & analysis.

The ideal candidate is a strong accounting and finance leader who combines sound technical accounting skills, strong operational orientation and ability to drive insightful financial results. With at least 7 years in a leadership position, the successful candidate will be a strong people manager capable of mentoring and coaching the Finance team in support of overall organizational performance while working in a complex, collaborative, community-oriented, not-for-profit organization. Exposure to insurance, financial services, retail or other complex high transaction environments will be seen as an asset.

This is a highly influential role that will appeal to energetic leaders keen to make an impact both on an overall business, as well as community itself.

Responsibilities

As the Director, Finance, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our organization. You will lead a team of 39, supported by four managers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leadership & Team Building: Provide strategic leadership to the Finance team, foster collaboration, and ensure effective staffing levels and team development.
• Strategic Alignment: Ensure that the department’s workflow and initiatives align with the organization’s broader strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to drive shared goals.
• Policy & Procedure Oversight: Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures to guide decision-making, mitigate risk, and protect assets.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation of insightful financial reports, summarizing trends, and delivering actionable recommendations to support strategic goals.
• Financial Planning & Forecasting: Guide the Financial Planning and Analysis team, oversee the organizational budgeting process, financial forecasting, cost optimization, and resource allocation.
• Complex Financial Modeling: Lead the development and refinement of complex financial models to support budgeting, cost analysis, and scenario planning.
• Accounting, Investment & Tax Oversight: Oversees all accounting activites, including financial reporting, technical accounting assessments, operational accounting, and investment management. Ensures tax compliance.
• Audit & Regulatory Compliance: Leads the year-end audit process, including external audits, mandatory government reporting, and regulatory filings.
  
  

Key Experiences You Bring To This Role

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a major in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent field including or supplemented by courses in leadership/supervision.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting (IFRS Reporting Standards) and tax principles and practices.
• 10 - 12 years of related experience in accounting, or related field.
• 7+ years of leadership experience in progressively senior leadership positions.
• Demonstrated workforce planning.
• Demonstrated budget management.
• Excellent leadership skills.
  
  

If you’re excited about taking on this opportunity, we invite you to apply today and start the conversation with us about this position.

Please apply via our website this week at http://www.pbchbs.com/company/careers/

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PBC is an Indigenous Works employer of choice, an Insurance Business Canada Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion award winner, one of Canada’s Greenest employers, a Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) employer partner, and a Pride at Work partner.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and employees feel empowered to freely participate and contribute regardless of Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place or origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

To request an accommodation in completing this job application, testing, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. These accommodation requests will be reviewed confidentially and, on a case-by-case basis by Human Resources.