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 degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field with a minimum of four years of directly related experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting, preferably in a municipal or other public sector environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 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.
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.
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $49.41 per hour and an plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 quoting competition 25223.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.
