Job Description

Position Details

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Posting Information

Posting Number

CK53775P

Position Title

Financial Analyst (12 month term)

No. of Staff Required

1

Position Type

Term

If Term position, enter length of Term in months

12 months

Position Groups

CUPE Civic

Division

Corporate Services (DV124)

Department

Controller (DP268)

Department Name

Branch

Financial Systems and Reporting (BR296)


Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

Count on this! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join the Financial Services Reporting team as a Financial Analyst for 1 one-year term. This dynamic team of individuals provide support for Corporate Finance and City business units. Our Financial Analysts help manage the City of Kelowna's finances, showcasing their superior leadership, pro-active communication, and strong technical and analytical skills while problem-solving and managing projects. This may include implementing, approving, analyzing and improving financial reporting and accounting systems, coordinating the work of other finance staff as well as internal auditing.

Duties - Union

Critically analyzes data, interprets information, legislation and policy, and provides recommendations. Prepares complex spreadsheets for financial accounting functions. Liaises with other department staff and external organizations in support of municipal operations. Develops, reviews and approves financial transactions and reports. Develops, monitors and audits special projects and agreements. Researches and assists with policy development. Coaches financial services staff. Prepares and delivers presentations. Drafts and prepares Council Reports.

Results and Activities - Non union

Credentials - Union

Option 1

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation 2 years of experience at the Accountant level or higher

Option 2

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field 5 years of experience at the Accountant level or higher

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Competencies

Responsibility/Accountability People Management Computer Literacy Attention to Detail

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Special Instructions to Applicant

Additional Hiring Information

Working knowledge in complex financial systems, internal controls, project coordination, and Public Sector Accounting Standards is preferred.

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on July 2, 2025.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as "other documents".
Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community's diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

Starts at $52.69 per hour with 2-step progression to $55.95 per hour plus 14% in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits

Posting Date

06/25/2025

Closing Date

07/08/2025

Days of Work

Monday to Friday

Standard Hours per Day

7

Hours of Work

8 am to 4 pm

Work Location

CITY HALL

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Documents Needed to Apply

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Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Other Document 1

* Other Document 2