BAND 3 (Under Review) - Senior Finance Manager, Expenditures & Controls

Government of British Columbia; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of British Columbia is seeking a Senior Finance Manager in Burnaby to oversee the accounts payable function and provide strategic financial guidance. This role demands a CPA with substantial experience in financial management within large organizations, especially in the wholesale/retail sector. The successful candidate will enhance financial operations and lead teams in achieving performance targets. This position supports essential public services through effective financial stewardship and continuous improvement within the Finance division.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Holds a CPA and is a member in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of recent senior management experience in a large organization.
• Experience in leading significant change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable functions and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identify risks and establish internal controls for financial operations.
• Lead a multi-level service delivery team.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Risk management

Change management

Education

CPA designation

Job description

About the BCLDB:

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retail brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

Finance is separated into five work groups (Finance Corporate, Finance Wholesale, Regulatory and Compliance, Finance Retail, and Shared Services) and provides financial services to all LDB departments. The Finance division provides financial reporting, advisory services, budgeting, capital asset reporting, and financial transactional processing (banking, accounting payable, accounts receivable). Finance is responsible for the LDB’s enterprise risk management program and oversees regulatory compliance for BC liquor manufacturers/warehouses.

About this role:

The Senior Finance Manager, Expenditures and Controls provides expert advice and guidance regarding all aspects of accounts payable function, including all related systems, and financial analysis and controls. The Senior Manager leads and manages LDB’s finance accounts payable function, ensuring efficient transaction processing and compliance with regulatory requirements and performance targets.

The Senior Manager is responsible for financial stewardship, identifying risks and mitigation strategies, and the establishment of internal controls and processes to support accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations. This includes leading a multi-level service delivery team, and the provision of expert guidance to the operational lines of business.

The Senior Finance Manager contributes to the continuous improvement and the alignment between shared services and internal clients’ operational requirements. The Senior Manager is also accountable for contributing to the achievement of the Finance department’s service targets.

A criminal record check is required. Successful candidates may be required to work outside regular business hours to meet deadlines, as required.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Holds a Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA) and is a member in good standing. If your designation was obtained from outside of Canada, you will need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through an applicable Canadian Accounting Association.
• Minimum of 3 years of *recent, related senior management experience in a large organization**:

*Recent, related senior management experience must have occurred within the last seven (7) years and must include the following experience:

• As a senior financial manager, leading/managing a finance function/area for a large organization**, preferably in a wholesale/retail distribution environment.
• Successfully leading significant change initiatives which improve the alignment of financial advice and services with the business requirements of internal client groups. Candidates must provide examples of change initiatives in their application to meet this qualification.
• Providing supervision to multiple employees in a direct and indirect reporting relationship.

Preference may be given to candidates with 2 years of recent related experience in the beverage alcohol industry/supply chain.

**A large organization is defined as an organization that has one or more of: over 500 employees, over $30 million in revenue, and/or over $15 million in capital. Please include and detail this information in your application as it will be used to assess your qualifications.

Application instructions:

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:

• A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
• Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Elaine Morrow, A/HR Advisor, Talent & Compensation at [e-mail].

Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit theYour Job Applicationpage of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating adiverse workplaceto represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces.

TheIndigenous Applicant Advisory Serviceis available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please [e-mail] or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.