Senior Financial Analyst

City of Richmond • Richmond, BC

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About The Position

This position reports to the Supervisor, Financial Planning and Analysis and is responsible for financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Able to communicate effectively and clearly, provide technical financial training sessions to all staff on operating and utility budgeting policies and procedures. Providing analytical support and interpretation of data to all levels of the organization. Preparing journal entries and year-end audit working papers. Preparing and reconciling financial reports and budget analysis. Preparing monthly analysis and forecasting reports for Senior Management. Responsible for preparing and monitoring the City's Operating and Utility budgets and five year financial plan. Documenting processes and recommending improvements.

Requirements

• Ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Public Sector Accounting Standards) to ensure the integrity of the financial records.
• Ability to interpret financial information and utilize technical skills.
• Ability to prepare monthly and quarterly analysis reports and contribute toward preparing five year financial plans.
• Ability to provide analysis and recommendations to various departments and levels of management to assist in decision making.
• Ability to provide training to employees on the City's budget policies and financial systems.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft or an equivalent enterprise resource planning system.
• Ability to successfully clear a Police Information Check (PIC) for the financial sector.
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting or Business
• Current designation from a recognized accounting program.
• A minimum of five years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical financial training sessions to all staff on operating and utility budgeting policies and procedures.
• Provide analytical support and interpretation of data to all levels of the organization.
• Prepare journal entries and year-end audit working papers.
• Prepare and reconcile financial reports and budget analysis.
• Prepare monthly analysis and forecasting reports for Senior Management.
• Prepare and monitor the City's Operating and Utility budgets and five year financial plan.
• Document processes and recommend improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior