Job Description

Position Summary

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DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

JOB ID: 6593

SHORT-TERM (APRX 2 YEARS)/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

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Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission

is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.


BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they're here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing. Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars. Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards. Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!). An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events. Participation in community and charitable events.

Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status

DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:

$145,634 - $171,334 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Finance, the Director, Financial Performance provides strategic leadership in the Commission's internal budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight functions. The role is central to advancing financial stewardship across the organization by ensuring that internal financial data is leveraged to inform executive decision-making, resource allocation, and organizational performance.


The Director leads the development of internal financial reporting for the Executive Committee, Board of Commissioners, and other governance bodies, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and accountability frameworks. The position is responsible for evaluating budget utilization and resource alignment across programs, and for identifying opportunities to optimize financial performance and manage budget pressures. The attached is shared across two Director positions, this role will focus on Internal Budget and Financial Performance responsibilities.


A key component of the role is the strategic ownership of financial systems. The Director champions the use of technology as an enabler of financial stewardship, ensuring that systems are aligned with business needs, support forecasting discipline, and are effectively adopted across the organization. The incumbent also plays a leadership role in cross-functional transformation initiatives, embedding financial accountability into organizational change efforts and supporting the implementation of Strategy 2030.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, or Public Administration. Member in good standing of the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Association. Considerable senior-level experience working in or with government. Extensive experience in progressively responsible finance and accounting roles Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Extensive knowledge of accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis models and frameworks, reporting systems, processes, and controls, specifically within government and not-for-profit environments Considerable knowledge of mission-critical corporate enterprise applications such as JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, WebFOCUS, and the Central Property System (CPS) Ability to learn and understand the Commission's programs and operating requirements, relevant legislation, and the role of central agencies Ability to provide leadership in conducting research, preparing financial analyses, and analysing complex financial matters Ability to establish a high level of rapport and effective working relationships with all levels of management, government, housing partners, and other stakeholders to build consensus and accomplish goals Ability to assess the business and financial ramifications of new programs and opportunities, and develop strategies and options to facilitate the accomplishment of goals Ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team setting Excellent research, presentation, and report writing skills Strong, effective consultation, facilitation, communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.



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As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at

www.bchousing.org/careers

will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to

join our team today at

www.bchousing.org/careers


At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org.


We didn't become one of BC's Top Employers and one of Canada's Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

* Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org to arrange a call.)