Senior Financial Systems Analyst (24-Month Contract)

Our Story & Purpose:

We’re Vancity, a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. Since 1946, our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down barriers. We’ve made bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans, and we’re actively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s Top Employers. If you’re ready to join our team of 2,700 diverse individuals, access competitive rewards and benefits, and be part of a greater movement - apply today!

Your Role in Supporting Our Members:

As a Senior Financial Systems Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the administration and performance of Vancity’s finance systems. You’ll collaborate with finance and IT teams to maintain system integrity, optimize processes, and ensure accurate data for financial reporting and analysis. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives in problem-solving and can confidently provide technical expertise to stakeholders.

This is a Full-time, Temporary role based at our Vancity head office and will report directly to the Senior Manager, Accounting and Finance Operations. While this position provides a hybrid work arrangement, you will be expected to be on-site for events and business demands

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Collaborating with IT Solutions to maintain system performance, software licenses, and version updates
• Administering finance systems by managing user provisioning, access reviews, and account creation
• Monitoring system performance metrics and escalating issues for timely resolution
• Uploading month-end ancillary system data, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasts into accounting systems and verifying accuracy
• Performing year-end ancillary system close and roll forward
• Supporting finance teams by creating standardized templates to drive accuracy and consistency
• Conducting ad hoc investigations and data analysis using SQL queries and other tools
• Assisting with annual financial statement audits by gathering and analyzing requested data
• Providing recommendations for system optimization and collaborating on upgrades or integrations

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or Business Administration
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial systems administration or similar technical role
• Proven experience with system migrations, integrations, and upgrades
• Expertise in reporting tools and data analysis techniques (e.g., SQL, Power BI)
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts and practices
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Exceptional communicator – Able to confidently share technical expertise and collaborate across teams
• Organized – Skilled at planning and coordinating processes to ensure operational efficiency
• Natural problem solver – Comfortable diagnosing challenges and identifying viable solutions
• Critical thinker – Able to see the big picture while diving into details to ensure accuracy

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don't perfectly align with those listed.

What You’ll Earn:

The salary range for the role is $71,500 to $107,300, and a candidate’s offer is likely to be up to the mid-point of the role ($89,400). The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

Vancity Talent Programs:

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details, please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

At Vancity we’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace to help our people and communities thrive and prosper. Diversity in our workforce is integral so that we can truly represent, understand and respond to our community needs and deliver on our member experience.