Job Description

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Competition #22/193
Internal/External Posting
Closing date: September 8, 2022


Financial Analyst – Financial Services (Continuous)
Finance Department

POSITION FUNCTION
Participate in the work of the accounting, financial planning, and revenue section of the Financial Services Division.

KEY DUTIES
Prepare and support the analysis and administration of the job cost system; invoice various outside agencies for restoration and City services; prepare month end, year end and adjusting journal vouchers; review and monitor journal vouchers to be posted to the general ledger.

Provide analysis of financial information in support of the administration of the municipal operating and capital budgets.

Maintain month end procedures; prepare various reconciliations and financial reports; prepare reports and spreadsheets for financial analysis as required; assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and working papers.

Respond to enquiries from staff, department clients and outside agencies; provide advice and guidance relating to accounting and financial procedures; participate in annual budget and year end procedures; participate on corporate financial projects and committees as required.

Participate in the development and implementation of budget, revenue, and accounting policies, procedures and standards for all Financial Services functions; assist in the planning, implementation and improvement of financial systems as required.
Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE
Work is performed according to established procedures or is assigned by supervisor.
Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.
Issues such as policy development and major financial variances are discussed with supervisor with recommendations.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort: Touch keying on a calculator. (often) Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (occasional)
Mental Effort:
Meet accounting and project deadlines. (often)
Long periods of intense concentration while performing reconciliations and analyses. (often)
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
Work Environment:
Office.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and apply accounting techniques related to municipal accounting and budget processes.
Organize and prioritize work. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Interpret related policies and regulations.
Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.
Provide technical guidance and advice to user departments.
Self-motivated to produce work to a high standard.

QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification: High school graduation.
Completion of third year equivalency of CPA, CPA-CA, CPA-CGA, CPA-CMA. (3 years)
Experience:
2 years of related experience in computerized accounting.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting and budgeting techniques.
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Work schedule: Monday - Friday, 35 hour work week
$39.14 per hour, Pay Grade 12
Job Code #4414
This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submission will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Applicants who are not current City of Victoria employees will be asked to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 during the recruitment process. External applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated based on a protected legal ground as defined in the BC Human Rights Code may request an accommodation.

At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.


If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca.