Financial Analyst 2

Regional District of Kootenay Boundary; Trail; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary is seeking a Financial Analyst 2 for a permanent, full-time role in Trail, BC. This position involves financial reporting, analysis, and collaboration across various projects to ensure integrity in financial reporting. The RDKB offers a competitive compensation package, including health benefits and a work/life balance program.

Benefits

Enrollment in Municipal Pension Plan

Wellness Allowance

Extended Health Benefits

Disability Insurance

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Benefits

Earned Day Off Program

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in an accounting position, preferably in a BC local government environment.
• Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning (IPWEA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide reporting, analysis and information to support public service delivery.
• Work on projects including the RDKB’s annual report, auditing and budgets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

University degree in commerce, business administration or a related field

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Financial and Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The RDKB is currently seeking applications to fill a permanent, full-time Financial Analyst 2 position in Trail, BC. The RDKB has expanded the Finance department to meet growing regulatory and auditing requirements, as well as to assist in the responsible administration of grant monies across the district. Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the Financial Analyst will provide reporting, analysis and information to leaders across the organization to support public service delivery throughout the region. As part of the Finance department, the Financial Analyst will work across a range of projects, including the RDKB’s award-winning annual report, auditing and budgets, and help to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and accounting for the organization.

The RDKB offers a competitive compensation package that includes enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan, wellness allowance, extended health benefits and disability insurance as well as generous vacation and sick leave benefits. We value work/life balance, with an Earned Day Off Program that allows participating staff to take every other Friday off.

We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, where we enjoy working collaboratively to deliver smart and sustainable service to our constituents. The RDKB and its teams have been recognized with accolades in finance, safety, leadership, environmental initiatives and more. If you’re looking for a meaningful job and a great place to live, please submit your application.

To be considered for this opportunity candidates must possess the following:

• University degree in commerce, business administration or a related field.


• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing is preferred. To be considered, minimum requirements are to be enrolled in CPA PEP and have completed the CORE 1 and CORE 2 modules.


• At least 3 years experiencing in an accounting position, preferably in a BC local government environment.


• Professional Certificate in Asset Management Planning (IPWEA) preferred, must be acquired within 12 months if not already attained at time of hiring.


• An equivalent combination of knowledge, qualification and experience may be considered


• Strong working knowledge and experience using financial and accounting software.


• Sound knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) standards and related accounting principles and standards.


• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office environment, including superior Excel skills.

For more information about this opportunity, please review thejob description. To be considered for this opportunity, please complete the application process, below by 4:00pm Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Position Information

Status: Full Time

Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week

Compensation: $45.59/hr (2025)

Union: CUPE Local 2254

To be successful, candidates must possess the right to work in Canada. The RDKB is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Only those applicants shortlisted for this opportunity will be contacted. The RDKB thanks all candidates for their interest.