Senior Financial Analyst

Science World; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization for STEAM education in Vancouver seeks a Senior Financial Analyst. This role involves managing financial reporting, analyzing operational changes, and advising on strategic financial issues. Candidates should have a CPA, a Bachelor's degree, and a minimum of three years in Accounting or Financial Planning & Analysis. Competitive salary and a substantial benefits package offered.

Benefits

Extended Health

Dental

Generous paid time off

Science World membership

Hybrid Work environment

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Accounting/FP&A.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently in a multi-tasking environment.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain fixed assets ledgers and related GL accounts.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations and grant reporting.
• Advise Senior Management on strategic financial issues.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to collaborate effectively

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance

Tools

Sage 300

Job description

Full-Time

Position: Senior Financial Analyst

Reports to: Controller

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.

Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under‑represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province.

As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone's unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

Position Description

Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst contributes to the Financial Reporting and Planning functions of the organization by performing research and analysis and presenting findings to Senior Management to support the development of long term strategic plans. The Senior Financial Analyst will report on operational change including identifying cost efficiencies and recommend improvements to strategic operational and financial performance of the organization. This position's responsibilities include reporting financial and statistical data, business planning including the development of business cases with operational, financial and management issues, financial analysis, modelling and planning, systems maintenance and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain fixed assets ledgers and related GL accounts, including completing reconciliations and reporting. Ensuring proper accounting treatment across all fixed assets
• Work with project managers to gather information for project and cash forecasting
• Prepare program and project costing reporting and analysis
• Reconcile investments portfolio ensuring correct classification and reporting in the financial statements
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations including deferred revenues and deferred capital contributions
• Lead and coordinate grant reporting and complete related reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation and improvement of the financial forecasts, models and budgets
• Support the annual operating and capital budget process and rolling forecast updatesPrepare, analyze, and review performance reports at a departmental and program level, including variance and scenario analysis
• Manage monthly revenue reporting including updating rolling forecasts
• Support the development of business cases with operational, financial and management issues including scenario analysis
• Advise Senior Management on strategic issues with financial and operational implications
• Report on operational change including cost efficiencies
• Provide recommendations to management on staffing and resource changes or improvements
• Monitor, evaluate and develop KPI reporting
• Provide management with visibility into performance results with relevant and timely analytics on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Build and manage tools that provide visibility and transparency into financial and operational performance
• Support the period close process, including month‑end and year‑end working paper preparation
• System maintenance and enhancement, including participating in ERP implementation team
• Collaborate with peers and leaders across the organization to develop and refine financial analysis
• Contribute to the preparation of various analysis and presentations for senior management
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial reports to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Operate within the philosophy, culture, and values of Science World
• Performs other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications

• CPA designation with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a Finance related degree
• Minimum of 3-years relevant experience in Accounting/FP&A
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel and Sage 300
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently in a multi-tasking environment
• Positive attitude and team‑oriented mindset
• Ability to collaborate fluently with cross-departmental team
• A commitment to quality and investing in results that add value to the business

The pay range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 per year.

Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment Day, Science World membership, RRSP matching (after 1 year), Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.

Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.

Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team.

Please apply by Sunday, November 2, 2025

Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application

Please note that this is a re-posting of the Senior Financial Analyst opportunity.

All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and police criminal record checks.

We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.