Financial Analyst

School District 46 - Sunshine Coast; Gibsons; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school district in British Columbia is seeking a Financial Analyst to join a supportive, collaborative team. The position offers between 28 and 35 hours per week and responsibilities include supporting finance and accounting processes. Candidates should have accounting training and at least 3 years of relevant finance experience, preferably in the public sector. Competitive hourly rates and benefits are included.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Public sector pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of finance experience, preferably in the public sector.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the district's finance and accounting processes.
• Assist school and district staff with financial queries.
• Lead internal reviews to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.
• Provide vacation relief for the payroll department.

Skills

Accounting training

Finance experience

Proficiency with MS Office

Proficiency with accounting software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Post-secondary accounting training

Job description

Overview

Financial Analyst

We acknowledge with respect and gratitude the unceded lands and waters - the Temíx̱w of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw and the Swiya of the shíshálh Nation, where we learn, collaborate, and journey together.

Join a team that makes a difference in your community! School District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast) is seeking a Financial Analyst. This position offers 28–35 hours per week, a flexible schedule, and the opportunity to work with a supportive, collaborative team. Reporting to the Manager of Finance, duties will include supporting the district's finance and accounting processes, supporting school and district staff, leading internal reviews to ensure accuracy and accountability, and providing vacation relief for the payroll department.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary accounting training + a minimum of 3 years finance experience (public sector preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office and accounting software
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• A team-oriented mindset.

Compensation and Benefits

Join our team as a Financial Analyst and enjoy more than just a paycheck. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $36.64 to $43.10, along with extended health and dental coverage and membership in the public sector pension plan—providing long-term security and peace of mind for you and your family.

For more information, please contact. Please click for a copy of the job description, including full duties and qualifications. The deadline for applications is 4:30 PM on Friday, September 26, 2025. A full résumé, cover letter, transcripts, and current work references are required with your application.

The Sunshine Coast School District is dedicated to creating safe, healthy and welcoming working environments through our value of and commitment to diversity and inclusion in our schools, district and communities. We invite applications from all qualified applicants.