Senior Financial Analyst

CivicInfo BC; Oak Bay; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and collaborative work envt

Career and professional development

Flexible work arrangements, remote +on

Employee engagement events

Work-life balance

Job summary

The District of Oak Bay is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a one-year term. The role focuses on analyzing budget variances, developing long-term financial forecasts, and advising on cost-effectiveness of projects.

CPA designation and strong accounting skills are essential. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the incumbent will prepare working papers for auditors, assist in operating and capital budgets, and develop analyses for strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• CPA designation (CPA Canada) is required or in good standing.
• Minimum six years of progressive related experience, ideally in the public sector.
• Experience with Tempest and Vadim software is a plus; Power Query experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze budget variances and develop long-term financial forecasts.
• Advise on project cost-effectiveness and prepare supporting working papers for auditors.
• Assist departments in preparing annual operating and capital budgets; maintain forecasting models.
• Develop financial and business analyses for organizational initiatives; exercise independent judgement.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial forecasting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

CPA knowledge

Education

CPA designation (CPA Canada)

Tools

Tempest

Vadim

Power Query

Job description

Auxiliary - Full Time One-Year Term

2026 Rate: $58.79 - $63.58 per hour (includes 14% in lieu of benefits)

Rate Effective January 1, 2027: $60.78 - $65.74 per hour (includes 14% in lieu of benefits)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the lakwal)an Peoples, notably the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, the District of Oak Bay is committed to recognizing and celebrating their historic and ongoing connection to these lands and waters.

The District of Oak Bay is a picturesque seaside community located within the Greater Victoria Region, with a population of +18,000. While offering all the amenities of a large metropolitan urban centre, Oak Bay has succeeded in maintaining all the peacefulness and charm of a small town. Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life, with miles of spectacular West Coast shoreline, brilliant beaches, parks and greenspace, quaint tree-lined streets and vibrant, boutique villages just beyond their doorsteps.

Are you an expert in public sector budgeting who enjoys solving complex financial problems? We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join our team for an exciting one-year term opportunity. As our Senior Financial Analyst, you will be the one analyzing budget variances, developing long-term financial forecasts, and advising on project cost-effectiveness. This is a hands‑on role where you'll be responsible for digging into the details, ensuring all financial processes are sound, and preparing the working papers for our auditors. If you're a CPA with a knack for turning complex data into clear, actionable advice, we're looking for your expertise.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position involves complex accounting and budgeting work at a professional level. This position advises departments in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets and reviews submissions for completeness and adherence to policies and regulatory requirements; assists in the development and maintenance of long-term financial plans and related forecasting models; and develops financial and business analyses for various organizational initiatives. Considerable independent judgement and action are exercised in the work.

Our ideal candidate has a minimum of six years of progressive related experience, ideally within the public sector of a unionized environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience), a professional accounting designation along with membership in good standing with CPA Canada. Experience with Tempest and Vadim software and Power Query would be considered assets. This position is represented by CUPE Local 374.

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a verification of their skills by completing writing, computer and/or skill testing assessments.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer

• a supportive and collaborative work environment
• continued career and professional development opportunities
• opportunities for flexible work arrangements, including remote work with onsite visits as required
• employee engagement events
• work-life balance

An employer of choice, the District of Oak Bay is committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, accountability, and teamwork.

A detailed job description can be found on our website at www.oakbay.ca/careers which outlines in greater detail the key accountabilities and required qualifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you have been shortlisted and require accommodation throughout the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how to best accommodate your needs.