The District of Saanich is recognized as one of the most desirable places to live, work and play in British Columbia. As the largest municipality on Vancouver Island, with a diverse community and a commitment to environmental leadership, sustainable growth, and exceptional service delivery, Saanich offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment for dedicated professionals.
The Finance Department, within the Financial Services Division, is seeking a skilled and motivated Financial Analyst to join our team. We are looking for a collaborative and analytical professional who will provide accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to support decision-making across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about contributing to the public sector.
The Financial Analyst will be responsible for coordinating the preparation and review of departmental budgets, monitoring financial performance, and providing variance and trend analysis. The role includes conducting cost analyses, preparing long-term financial models, developing business case evaluations, and producing professional reports and presentations for management and Council. The successful candidate will also support continuous improvement of financial processes, tools, and reporting, while ensuring compliance with policies, guidelines, and legislative requirements.
Requirements include a professional accounting designation (CPA-CA, CPA-CGA, or CPA-CMA) and a minimum of four years of directly related experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting, preferably in a municipal or other public sector environment. Strong knowledge of public sector budgeting principles and cost control methods, exceptional analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with financial systems and data analysis tools are essential for success in this role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The successful applicant will work Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (35 hours per week). As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.