Manager - Financial Planning

Manager - Financial Planning

Job Locations CA-BC-Duncan Competition Number 24036-E Closing Date 2/8/2024 Type Regular Full Time Department Corporate Services Division Financial Services Location : Name Head Office

General Information

Majestic mountains, the rugged West Coast Trail, serene lakes, and one of the world’s tallest free-standing timber rail trestles all lie in the picturesque Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD). Located on Vancouver Island, the CVRD provides a wide range of local government services to a population of 80,000 within its 4 distinct municipalities and 9 electoral areas. Just 50 km north of Victoria and 30 km south of Nanaimo, the Cowichan Valley offers a warm climate and numerous parks, recreational, cultural, and social opportunities.

Are you a dynamic and progressive Chartered Professional Accountant with a desire to serve your local community through effective and responsible fiscal management? We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the CVRD in the key role of Manager – Financial Planning.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager - Financial Planning is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing the preparation of the Regional District’s financial plans and annual budget and provides analysis and advice to managers to ensure sound business decisions are followed. Assesses financial risk and facilitates implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Administers grant applications and claims, and prepares annual requisitions for the Regional District and the Regional Hospital Districts.

Qualifications

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum 6 years of related progressive experience, including 3 years of supervisory experience, preferably in local government
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• Knowledge of financial policies, practices and regulations related to local / regional government; accounting, fund accounting and budgeting practices, principles and procedures; financial planning and analysis, business planning, risk management, and purchasing
• Knowledge of administration of grant applications, claims, and of a collective agreement are assets
• Effective communicator, leader, decision maker, and team member

Please click for full job description listing all job requirements.

Hours of Work

35-hour full-time work week (office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) with the opportunity to participate in the CVRD’s Flex Time Program.

Potential for a part-time Work From Home arrangement (1 to 2 days / week) after an appropriate training / probationary period. This position works at the CVRD’s main office in Duncan, BC, and a regular and ongoing in-office presence is required.

Salary

Salary range of $107,924.87 to $126,173.79 per year, commensurate with experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including extended health, dental, and insurance benefits, pension, and paid vacation.

Application Instructions

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding career, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence at the application link above by the date indicated.

Note

We thank all applicants for their interest. Note that testing may be required during the interview process. Testing is based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualifications outlined in the job description.