Director of Finance

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 122,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Professional development

Job summary

The Burnaby School District, located in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a Director of Finance to leadFinancial Services and Purchasing within the Finance Department. The role oversees budgeting, auditing, reporting and financial controls for the district.

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, you will drive accuracy, ensure compliance, mentor staff, and support school operations with robust financial management. The district emphasizes inclusion and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a post-secondary business program.
• 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience with at least 5 years in supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with ERP financial systems, data analysis and reporting tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across levels.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to Financial Services, Purchasing, and other Finance functions.
• Collaborates with Finance leadership on budget, payroll, capital accounting and reporting.
• Assists in preparation of the district's annual budget and financial reports.
• Ensures effective internal controls and compliance with policy and standards.
• Oversees internal and external audit functions and public sector accounting standards.

Skills

ERP systems experience

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis & reporting

Education

Post-secondary business program

Tools

ERP financial systems

Job description

The Burnaby School District is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ. Burnaby is at the geographical centre of Metro Vancouver. In 2021, Burnaby had a population of 249,125. The city is culturally diverse, with roughly 54% of residents having a primary language other than English or French.

We're the fourth largest school district in BC, operating 41 elementary and 8 secondary schools, as well as a range of District programs and Provincial Resource Programs. Over 27,000 students in Kindergarten through Grade 12 are enrolled. Our District employs more than 4,600 dedicated employees who are committed to providing all students with a wide variety of innovative, high-quality programs to ensure student achievement in areas that include academics, athletics, trades training, visual and performing arts, social responsibility, and leadership. In addition, our staff support the successful operation of our school facilities. Our District also provides lifelong learning opportunities to more than 6,000 adult learners through the Burnaby Community & Continuing Education program.

Position Description:

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, the Director of Finance functions as part of the Finance Department. The Director of Finance is responsible for providing leadership and oversight in the areas of district and school accounting, purchasing, financial controls and audit, financial reporting, and other assigned financial functions, while working collaboratively with other Finance functions across the District.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and direct oversight to the Financial Services and Purchasing functions, and to other Finance functions as assigned.
• Works collaboratively with Finance leadership and staff across budget, payroll, capital accounting and other financial functions to support effective financial management across the District.
• Provides support to the Assistant Secretary-Treasurer in the preparation of the District's annual budget, financial planning, and other financial reports required by Senior Management and the Board
• Ensures the efficient and effective operation of assigned Finance functions while maintaining a high level of service to schools, staff and the District
• Ensures appropriate internal controls, practices and processes are maintained and where required upgraded to ensure compliance to policy, accuracy, timeliness and reliability of financial information
• Manages and oversees the internal and external audit functions and ensure compliance to public sector accounting standards, Ministry of Education guidelines and district policies
• Ensures effective and efficient procurement practices are complied with in accordance with Board policies
• Provides leadership, mentoring and coaching to assist Finance staff with skill and leadership development
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from a Post-Secondary business program
• 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance with at least 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably within a large public sector organization
• Knowledge and experience of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) financial systems, data analysis and reporting tools
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate, build effective teams and communicate effectively at all levels

The Burnaby School District values inclusion and embraces diversity as a strength. Our goal is for all individuals to feel a sense of belonging in a safe, supportive, and welcoming community. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous, Black, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ2+ and persons with disabilities.

• You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted

Timelines:

• Please submit your full application no later than 4:00pm on October 13 , 2026

What we offer:

We have exceptional talent in our District and pride ourselves on being an engaging, collaborative, and supportive employer, as well as a progressive leader in education. We offer and welcome employees to take the opportunity to develop their careers within our District. There are many opportunities for those employees that possess the qualifications and capability to access positions of advancement. Employees are supported throughout their careers to engage in professional development opportunities by encouraging learning on assigned professional development days, providing professional development workshops, and providing the opportunity for reimbursement of external professional development.

Director of Finance compensation is determined by BC Public Service Employer Association. The salary for this position is $121,992 - $152,489 along with a comprehensive benefits package including pension. Further details will be discussed at the time of hire. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Burnaby School District is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants' (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting Sarah Ash in Human Resources. Any questions during the recruitment and hiring process should be directed to Sarah Ash in Human Resources, by email at [e-mail]

Thank you for your interest in the Burnaby School District!