Encompassing an unparalleled geographic region in the heart of British Columbia, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) offers the best of both worlds. Urban life within vibrant communities and outlying rural regions that showcase the region's beauty - pristine but rugged mountains, rolling grasslands, lush evergreen forests and both historic and modern areas, all within 45,000 square kilometres. Headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the TNRD provides a wide range of local government services to the population of 144,000 living within its 11 diverse municipalities and 10 electoral areas.
The Role:
The TNRD is seeking a Financial Analyst / Financial Supervisor to play a key strategic role in the Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this new position requires a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to take a collaborative approach in process improvement, combining financial expertise with process management skills to support and enhance our departments, systems, and financial processes. This position works to ensure continuous process improvements are considered and embedded throughout the organization. In addition, this position will provide oversight to the grant process by working with the Grant and Research Assistant to guide, support, advise and assist with the deliverables in this role. This position is also responsible for analyzing financial data, identifying opportunities for efficiency, and leading process improvement initiatives across various departments within the organization.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Finance
- Professional Accounting designation
- Project or Change management certificate
- Two (2) years of supervisor experience
- Demonstrated investment experience
- Proven experience in financial analysis, project management, and process improvement, preferably in an corporate setting
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Experience in a local government environment is preferred
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial modeling techniques.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present insights in a clear and concise manner.
- Proficiency in using financial software and tools, as well as advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to lead cross-functional teams and drive process improvement initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of implementing successful process enhancements.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- A valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
In addition, you are passionate about workplace culture and understand how financial sustainability and accountability can be leveraged to achieve broader organizational goals. You are open to the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment, and are seeking to influence and build consensus, while building sustainable leadership skills in others.
This position requires a clear Criminal Record Check and the submission of a driver's abstract.
This is a non-union position, with a salary range of $94,257 - $112,548 and 14% in lieu of benefits.
Thank you for considering the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a place to share your talents!
Applications must include a cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted until 23:00 PST on the closing date of the competition. While we appreciate the interest of applicants, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
