Finance Projects & Process Specialist (Permanent)

Community Living BC; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental plan

Public Service Pension plan with-emloy

Generous vacation plus personal days

Maternity/Parental/Adoption leave

Life insurance and long-term/disbility

Wellness and EAP

Professional development funds

Government discounts

Job summary

Community Living BC (CLBC) is offering a Finance Projects & Process Specialist role at the Vancouver Head Office. Hybrid after 6-month probation, you will lead finance systems projects, drive process improvements, and provide client service to Finance leaders through all project phases.

The role requires a finance-related degree, 2+ years in project execution or process improvement, and experience with finance systems design and implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Quality Management, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in a project execution and/or business process improvement role, ideally within a Finance department
• Direct experience with the design, development, testing, and implementation of finance systems
• Direct experience applying project management principles and driving financial projects forward from planning through to completion
• Project Management Certification (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma Certification is highly desirable
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) is an asset
• Experience in a public sector organization is an asset
• To reduce barriers to the application process, we welcome a combination of transferable skills, knowledge, lived experience, and comparable qualifications for consideration

Responsibilities

• Leads the integration of new finance systems and modules on behalf of the Finance department, including designing processes, defining requirements, performing user acceptance testing, developing training material and communications, and assessing enhancement and reporting requests
• Conducts in-depth research and analysis to explore and evaluate potential options for systems design changes relating to the Finance department
• Leads the day-to-day execution of finance projects, employing full-cycle project practices
• Leads the identification of process inefficiencies and barriers to implementation, performing workflow and process redesign to develop effective solutions that align with overarching Finance objectives
• Conducts in-depth analyses of existing finance processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, risks and areas for enhancement, and uses data-driven methods to develop actionable recommendations for improvement of efficiencies, including automation
• Translates high-level financial objectives into actionable process requirements by applying a solid understanding of financial principles, and accounting standards

Job description

We are honoured to be again selected as one of B.C.'s Top Employers.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute your experience, knowledge, and passion in a meaningful way, CLBC is the place for you!

Term/Status: Permanent, Full-time 70 hours bi-weekly
Classification/Salary: Finance Officer R24 / Position starts at $80,703.86 annually
Location: Vancouver Head Office (hybrid after passing a 6-month probation)
Team: Finance Projects and Process Improvement

Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) is a Crown corporation responsible for arranging supports and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. CLBC staff strive to advance the vision of Communities of belonging, lives with connection.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from all people with relevant skills, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized people, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ2+IA. For accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail] at any stage of the hiring process.

Visit our Careers at CLBC page to learn more about working at CLBC, and tips for the interview process.

About the Opportunity:

As a Finance Projects & Process Specialist at CLBC, you will be responsible for advancing finance systems projects and other process improvement initiatives through all phases, including envisioning, planning, execution, reporting, and implementation. With a hands-on, process-oriented approach, you will provide client service to Finance leaders by focusing on planning and executing finance systems projects, driving continuous improvement, promoting change management, and conducting research and analysis activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the integration of new finance systems and modules on behalf of the Finance department, including designing processes, defining requirements, performing user acceptance testing, developing training material and communications, and assessing enhancement and reporting requests


• Conducts in-depth research and analysis to explore and evaluate potential options for systems design changes relating to the Finance department


• Leads the day-to-day execution of finance projects, employing full-cycle project practices


• Leads the identification of process inefficiencies and barriers to implementation, performing workflow and process redesign to develop effective solutions that align with overarching Finance objectives


• Conducts in-depth analyses of existing finance processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, risks and areas for enhancement, and uses data-driven methods to develop actionable recommendations for improvement of efficiencies, including automation


• Translates high-level financial objectives into actionable process requirements by applying a solid understanding of financial principles, and accounting standards

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Quality Management, Information Technology, or a related field


• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in a project execution and/or business process improvement role, ideally within a Finance department


• Direct experience with the design, development, testing, and implementation of finance systems


• Direct experience applying project management principles and driving financial projects forward from planning through to completion


• Project Management Certification (PMP) or a Lean Six Sigma Certification is highly desirable


• Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) is an asset


• Experience in a public sector organization is an asset


• To reduce barriers to the application process, we welcome a combination of transferable skills, knowledge, lived experience, and comparable qualifications for consideration

We're also looking for:

• Skilled in documenting processes, producing guidance materials, and executing a vision for projects and process improvement activities


• Strong analytical, conceptual thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Advanced written communication skills with an ability to produce clear and concise documents and reports


• Skilled in delivering effective presentations to various audiences with an ability to clearly relay the vision for projects and process improvement activities

Benefits

You will receive a comprehensive benefits package.

• Employer-paid extended health and dental plan


• A BC Public Service Pension plan with employer contributions


• Generous vacation plus additional personal days


• Paid maternity/parental/adoption leave


• Life insurance, paid sick days, and, if needed, long-term disability


• Wellness supports, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program


• Professional development funds and resources to encourage continuous learning and skill development


• Access to government discounts for travel, cell phones, and more!

Additional Info

• Successful applicants are subject to a Criminal Record Check


• An eligibility list for internal candidates may be established

Closing date:

open until filled

If your application is shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview where you'll have the opportunity to share more about your experience. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This opportunity is open to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada.