Financial Administrator, Access & Transitions

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) in Duncan, BC, is seeking a Financial Administrator to support long-term care/assisted living contracts, including resident rates, staffing, occupancy and direct care hours, ensuring MOH and contract compliance. This role involves data analysis and cross‑department collaboration.

The position requires a Diploma in Financial Management with relevant experience and involves liaising with stakeholders, contributing to rate setting, and producing

Qualifications

• Diploma in Financial Management and three years' related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with MOH and contract guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides financial support for long-term care contracts, including resident rates, staffing and occupancy.
• Ensures MOH and contract guideline compliance and participates in annual rate setting.
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders and prepares financial reports.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to compile financial reports.

Skills

Financial management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Planning

Problem solving

Initiative

Policy knowledge

Data handling

Typing

Physical ability

Typing

Education

Diploma in Financial Management

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Financial Administrator, Access & Transitions - (234632)

Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Saturday, Sunday

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$35.96 - $37.75

Paid FTE

1.00

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Sep. 8 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Financial Administrator provides financial support in the administration and control of long-term care/assisted living facility contracts including the processing of resident rates, staffing, occupancy and direct care hours to ensure compliance with Ministry of Health (MOH) and contract guidelines. Participates in the annual health authority rate setting (HARS) process and addresses rate concerns. Liaises with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, identifies and investigates discrepancies, and researches, gathers and compiles financial information for reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Diploma in Financial Management and three (3) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices related to financial and budget management including ability to perform mathematical and financial calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to resolve issues and conflict diplomatically.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients/residents, families/representatives and relevant stakeholders.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to problem-solve, make decisions and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant acts, regulations, programs, policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand policy and controls around the release of client/resident information.
• Ability to operate related equipment including the use of applicable software applications at an intermediate level.
• Business writing skills.
• Ability to type.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.