Financial Officer

Legislative Assembly of British Columbia•Victoria, BC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Employees of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (Assembly) provide professional non-partisan services to support the democratic institution of Parliament and its members through procedural advice, administrative support and information services. The Assembly is an autonomous employer, separate from the administrative framework of B.C. government ministries and agencies. The Financial Services department is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and client-focused individual for the auxiliary full-time position of Financial Officer.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related program, plus at least two years of accounting or financial experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience communicating with clients and staff who have varying levels of financial and accounting acumen.
At least 16 years old and eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Experience with an ERP system such as Workday.

Responsibilities

Processing payments on behalf of constituency offices
Reconciling expenses
Reviewing redacted receipts
Providing accounting and financial guidance to constituency assistants (CAs)
Preparing guides and training materials for MLAs and CAs
Assisting with the preparation of financial reports related to MLA compensation and expenses, constituency office expenses, committee expenses, and executive expenses
Supporting other financial operations processes like accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other department related activities

Benefits

Continuing education
Extended health and dental
Basic life insurance
Optional family funeral benefit plan
Optional life insurance
Optional accidental death and dismemberment
Travel medical insurance
Sick leave
Long-term disability benefits
Employee assistance program
In-house fitness room
Secure bike storage
Reduced-cost bus pass through the BC Transit ProPASS program
Infant and family wellness room
Meditation room
Sustainable commuting and active living program that provides reimbursement for fitness and wellness activities
Generous pension plan with the Public Service Pension Plan
Four weeks of annual vacation time to start, or 8 percent vacation pay