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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.
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:
*Recent, related senior management experience must have occurred within the last seven (7) years and must include the following experience:
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:
For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Elaine Morrow, A/HR Advisor, Talent & Compensation at elaine.morrow@bcldb.com.
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 contactIndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
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