Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Vancity; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

A member-owned credit union in Vancouver is seeking a seasoned Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead strategic budgeting and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of finance experience, including leadership, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This role offers a hybrid work model with competitive benefits and a salary range of $121,000 to $181,200 annually.

Benefits

Flexible benefit packages

Generous vacation

Immediate health coverage

Defined benefit pension

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive finance/FP&A experience, including 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
• Proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Vancity’s annual budget and resource plans.
• Serve as strategic advisor providing financial analysis and modeling.
• Collaborate across departments to align financial planning with strategic initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Leadership

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, or Business Administration

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Job Category: *Accounting & Finance

Requisition Number: DIREC006750

• Posted : November 25, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Description

Our Story & Purpose:

We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers. If you’re ready to join our team of 2,700 diverse individuals, access competitive rewards and benefits, and be part of a greater movement - apply today!

Your Role in Supporting Our Members:

As Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), you will lead the strategic financial planning and budgeting processes across the Vancity group of companies. You will play a key role in enabling data-driven decision-making, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting leaders with performance insights and financial analysis. We are seeking a seasoned finance professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a passion for continuous improvement

This is a Full-time, Permanent role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the VP, Financial Planning & Analysis. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Leading the development of Vancity’s annual budget, resource plans, and long-term financial plans
• Serve as strategic advisor to senior leadership providing financial analysis, what-if modeling, and business case development to guide enterprise decisions
• Leading the creation of dashboards, performance reporting, and ad hoc reports
• Providing interpretation and analysis of financial and operational results
• Ensuring robust forecasting practices through rolling forecasts, scenario modeling, and predictive analytics. Ensure forecasts remain in compliance with financial regulations and KPI’s
• Developing leadership talent within the Financial Planning & Analysis department
• Integrating risk management processes into financial planning and analysis
• Collaborating across departments to align financial planning with strategic initiatives
• Participating in due diligence activities for potential acquisitions, partnerships, or dispositions
• Owning FP&A systems and data governance, ensuring integrity, automation, and advanced analytics capabilities
• Champion continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and systems to enhance efficiency and impact

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, or Business Administration
• CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation is an asset
• 7+ years of progressive finance/FP&A experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing teams and driving strategic financial planning
• Expertise in financial modeling and analysis (Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and strategic forecasting
• Experience partnering with executives and influencing key business decisions
• Proven ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams

Extra Skills That Set You Apart:

• Experience working in a full service regulated financial institution
• Experience working in a member-owned or cooperative organization, or in a high-growth or mission-driven enterprise, will be highly valued
• Familiarity with sustainability or social impact reporting frameworks

You Are:

• Strategic Thinker – You see the big picture and align financial planning with organizational goals
• Collaborative Leader – You build strong relationships across departments and lead with empathy
• Analytical Problem Solver – You use data to uncover insights and drive informed decisions
• Change Champion – You embrace innovation and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Transparent Communicator – You deliver key messages clearly and engage others across all levels

What You’ll Earn:

The salary range for this position is $121,000 to $181,200 annually. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3–4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone

Vancity Talent Programs:
Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details, please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

At Vancity we’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace to help our people and communities thrive and prosper. Diversity in our workforce is integral so that we can truly represent, understand and respond to our community needs and deliver on our member experience.
We are also committed to an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process (including the application stage), we encourage you to let us know by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]. We’re here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality, so you can participate fully in the process.