Financial Systems Analyst

District of Squamish; Squamish; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Squamish is seeking a Financial Systems Analyst to lead financial processes and support ERP systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and several years of experience in financial services, specifically in local government. This position offers an hourly rate of $47.63, valuable benefits, and a compressed work week allowing for a day off every two weeks.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Municipal pension plan

Compressed work week

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of senior financial services experience, preferably with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience working in Finance or IT in a BC Local government.

Responsibilities

• Lead business process design for operational efficiency.
• Perform complex analysis and manage financial data.
• Oversee systems configuration and troubleshoot issues.
• Monitor ongoing maintenance and system updates.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Financial principles

ERP software knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline

Professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, or CMA)

Tools

Unit4 Business World

Job description

The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.

Financial Systems Analyst

Regular Full-Time

Are you a Financial systems wizard with a passion for problem-solving and innovation? Do you thrive at the intersection of technology, finance and strategy? The District of Squamish is looking for a solution-focused, analytical problem solver with a solid foundation in accounting principles and systems thinking. As a key player in our dynamic and rapidly growing organization, you’ll help shape the future of our ERP and financial software landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead business process design to ensure efficiency in operations
• Performs complex analysis and data management of financial systems
• Reconciles finance data
• Conveys emerging change management considerations
• Oversees systems configuration and management of issues
• Monitors ongoing maintenance and system updates

What we’re looking for: Our ideal candidate will have a Degree at the Bachelor level in a related discipline; preferably a professional accounting designation (CPA, CGA, or CMA), extensive experience with financial and ERP based software - preferably Unit4 Business World, a minimum of five years of senior financial services experience preferably with supervisory responsibilities and experience working in Finance or IT in a BC Local government.

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat.

We are a team of fun-loving yet highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.

Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.

Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.

Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress

Think you would be the perfect fit? Then come and Deliver Outstanding Service at the District of Squamish! On top of the hourly rate of $47.63, after 455 hours worked, the District of Squamish also offers a comprehensive benefits package, municipal pension plan, as well as a compressed work week which allows for an earned day off every second week.

We can’t wait to hear from you! A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/

If you have questions that aren’t answered there, please reach out to our friendly HR team at the contact email below.

Please submit your cover letter and resume quoting competition #25-99 to:
Human Resources
District of Squamish
37955 Second Avenue, P.O. Box 310, Squamish, BC V8B 0A3
E-mail: [e-mail]

Application deadline: October 3, 2025