Senior Analyst / Associate, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis

BCI; Victoria; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Victoria seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to support budgeting and forecasting for technology initiatives. This role involves financial reporting and collaboration with senior management. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in finance, a CPA, and strong analytical skills. Work is primarily on-site with competitive compensation up to CAD $124,000, plus benefits.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years in an accounting/finance function with FP&A experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive financial modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PMO and senior leaders for budget preparation.
• Report budget and forecast-related information.
• Prepare monthly accruals and collaborate with Corporate Accounting.

Skills

Accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

Workday Adaptive Planning

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

With $295.0 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2025, British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is the provider of investment management services for British Columbia’s public sector and one of the largest asset managers in Canada. BCI seeks investment opportunities around the world and across a range of asset classes that convert savings into productive capital. Our investment returns play a significant role in helping our institutional clients build a financially secure future for their beneficiaries.

Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, and with teams spanning Vancouver, New York, London, and Mumbai.

BCI integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions to meet clients\' risk and return requirements. Our people shape employee-focused initiatives, creating a strong culture. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our BCI Values in Action page.

POSTING CLOSE DATE: September 21, 2025

The Opportunity

You will contribute directly to BCI’s transformational projects and technology initiatives, supporting strategic decision-making through accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance reporting for both corporate projects and the Technology department.

In a dynamic environment with competing priorities, you’ll collaborate closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) and senior leaders in Technology to ensure financial transparency and alignment with strategic goals.

This is an opportunity to drive accountability across high-impact initiatives and grow within a performance-driven culture that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Who You Will Work With

The Finance department is part of BCI Operations and is responsible for investment and corporate accounting, valuation, financial statements, and client reporting. The team also leads BCI’s budgeting process, tax structuring and compliance, finance operations, and performance measurement. In collaboration with internal business partners, auditors, and external advisors, the Finance department strives to be a trusted advisor by delivering timely, accurate, and relevant financial information to both internal and external clients.

The Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (CFP&A) branch oversees BCI’s corporate budget and forecasting. Transparent budgeting is essential to maintaining the confidence of BCI’s stakeholders, including department owners, the Executive Management Team, Audit Committee, Board, and Clients.

What You Bring

• Years of Experience
• Senior Analyst: 3+ years in accounting / finance function with some FP&A experience
• Associate: 3-5 years in accounting / finance with at least 2 years of FP&A experience
• Other Requirements
• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• Professional accounting designation (CPA)
• Experience with accounting, budgeting, and forecasting for major technology projects (>)
• Extensive financial modeling experience
• Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning and Financials, or other relevant business intelligence tools
• Proven experience engaging with executive management
• Proficiency and confidence when working with a diverse range of professionals in a proactive and confidential manner, supported by strong communication skills
• Sound judgment, a commitment to high-quality work, and a service-oriented mindset
• Critical thinking skills to analyze problems and approach challenges in innovative ways
• Initiative, curiosity, drive, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Experience

• Experience in complex, decentralized organizations, ideally within financial institutions
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or working toward certification
• Experience optimizing work processes

What You Will Do

• Budget & Forecast Preparation - Works closely with CFP&A, the Technology Department, project teams, and the PMO to create department and project budgets, monthly forecast updates, various ad hoc reports, and monthly accruals
• - Serves as the primary liaison between Corporate Finance and the Technology Department to ensure proactive planning and timely completion of forecast / budget materials in alignment with corporate finance timelines and milestone requirements (e.g., Milestone 1 deliverables)
• - Utilizes Workday Adaptive Planning tools to prepare forecast / budget reporting and ensures that forecast and budget data is current and accurate
• Analysis & Financial Modelling - Understands the main drivers of budget and forecast changes and, using advanced financial modeling expertise, prepares analysis explaining the drivers and changes
• Proactively identifies trends, opportunities for improved budget and cost management, and captures cost-saving and avoidance initiatives to optimize Technology Department financial performance
• Reporting & Communication - Reports budget and forecast-related information to various audiences (Board, management, budget and project owners)
• Prepares and presents monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to Technology Department senior leadership and budget owners
• Oversees and reviews the monthly internal technology cost recovery process and its various reporting outputs (Board, clients, management, department heads, etc.)
• Collaboration & Liaison Activities - Provides ongoing support to the PMO by preparing, updating, and presenting financial information, and meeting with project leads at regular intervals
• Liaises with project leads and departments across the organization to obtain, update, and verify project forecast and budget information
• Collaborates with HR and Procurement departments to gather relevant information and support integrated planning processes that impact Technology Department budgets and forecasts
• Monthly Processes & Accounting - Prepares monthly cost accruals and reclassifications related to projects and the Technology Department, and collaborates with the Corporate Accounting department to complete month-end close in a timely manner
• Provides invoice coding support to various departments to ensure accurate cost allocation
• Special Projects & Duties
• Assists the Senior Manager and Director with special projects
• Performs other tasks as required by the CFP&A department
• Understands and assists in the creation, maintenance, and reporting of KPI initiatives through the development, execution, and continuous improvement of related processes and procedures
• Relationships & Compliance - Develops and maintains relationships with BCI staff to increase the role’s effectiveness
• Actively adheres to compliance and risk management policies and participates in business continuity planning and other tasks as required

Where You Will Work

Work from BCI’s downtown Victoria office.

Salary Range

Depending on skill level and relevant experience, the successful candidate will be hired at one of the following levels. The annualized base salary range for this Victoria-based role is :

• Senior Analyst – CAD $90,000 to $109,000
• Associate – CAD $103,000 to $124,000

BCI offers a competitive total rewards package, including a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and paid time off. We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we operate and with consideration for internal equity and job structure. The base salary will consider factors such as the individual\'s skill set, experience, and internal equity. We aim for actual pay to be around the market median for expected performance and the upper quartile for excellent performance. Actual salaries may vary based on experience and expertise.

Next Steps

To apply online, please submit your resume promptly. Applications will be actively reviewed, and those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome all qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions or is due to expire within 12 months, please inform our recruitment team if shortlisted.

At BCI, we value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. We are performance and client-focused, valuing integrity, and we want to know you if you share these values. We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage everyone to apply. If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, such as alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms, please contact us at [e-mail].

To learn more about working with BCI, including our comprehensive benefits packages, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the recruitment process visit our BCI Careers Page.

BCI does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruitment agencies, executive search firms, or staffing suppliers unless they have an existing contractual agreement with our organization. Our approved vendor relationships are established for particular recruitment requirements and do not extend to general job postings on our website or other platforms. Any candidate information or resumes submitted by suppliers not approved by BCI will be deemed unsolicited and will not be reviewed or considered. BCI will not be liable for any fees, commissions, or charges related to unsolicited candidate submissions or recruitment services.

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