Financial Services Administrator

Legislative Assembly of British Columbia • Victoria, BC

3d • Onsite

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 two detail-oriented, dependable and client-focused individuals for the auxiliary full-time position of Financial Services Administrator.

Reporting to the Financial Operations Supervisor, the Financial Services Administrator provides direct support to a variety of Financial Services’ operations functions including full cycle accounts payable and receivable, accounting and financial reporting and annual budget preparation. This position maintains in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and Assembly financial policies and procedures in order to process MLA travel claims and allowances and support constituency office accounting and expense procedures.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in finance or a related program, plus at least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with an ERP system such as Workday.
• Applicants must be at least 16 years old and eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of post-secondary courses in accounting or business preferred.
• Experience with electronic workflow software such as CaseWare.
• Experience with information management and privacy laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support to a variety of Financial Services’ operations functions including full cycle accounts payable and receivable, accounting and financial reporting and annual budget preparation.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and Assembly financial policies and procedures in order to process MLA travel claims and allowances and support constituency office accounting and expense procedures.

Benefits

• Career development – We support continuing education by providing innovative, inclusive and diverse learning opportunities for growth, skill development and career advancement.
• Community, engagement and recognition – We value teamwork, collaboration and connection. Employees have the opportunity to interact and engage through projects, committees, working groups and events. Together, we celebrate and acknowledge each other's outstanding achievements and contributions.
• Extended health benefits – We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health and dental, basic life insurance, an optional family funeral benefit plan, optional life insurance, optional accidental death and dismemberment, travel medical insurance, sick leave and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible work options – We have a collaborative and team-oriented culture where onsite presence is required for all positions. Flexible work arrangements, including modified work weeks (flex days) and hybrid work schedules (onsite/remote) are offered and subject to operational requirements which may not be available for all positions.
• Health and wellness– We promote employee health and wellness by providing access to an employee assistance program, an in-house fitness room, secure bike storage and a reduced-cost bus pass through the BC Transit ProPASS program. We also offer an infant and family wellness room, a meditation room and a sustainable commuting and active living program that provides reimbursement for fitness and wellness activities.
• Location, location, location — We provide employment in an architectural landmark, the Parliament Buildings, which overlooks Victoria's Inner Harbour on the edge of the downtown core, close to shops, restaurants, cafes and parks.
• Retirement benefits– We offer a generous pension plan with the Public Service Pension Plan where contributions are made by both the employee and Legislative Assembly. This pension plan provides employees with a lifetime monthly pension when they retire.
• Vacation benefits– We offer four weeks of annual vacation time to start, or 8 percent vacation pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees