Job Description

OverviewAre you a professional accountant in the corporate finance field with experience building strong relations and financial management in a complex, corporate environment?We have an opportunity for a manager, financial services to provide leadership and advice to a team responsible for managing the financial activities of their client group. Your team will develop and assist in implementing your clients business plans and budget processes to support their strategic objectives.How youll make a difference: As a Manager, Financial Services, you will help to maintain an effective and efficient operation at WorkSafeBC.Where youll workAt WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.In this role, youll work primarily from our Richmond office and also from your home in the Lower Mainland.What you\'ll doAs the Manager, Financial Services you will:

• Lead your financial services team to ensure effective delivery of services to your allocated departments by promoting a client-focused and service-oriented approach
• Lead your team in administering the program for approval, processing, monitoring, and accounting for funding and payments related to industry-funded programs
• Contribute to the development of your client groups short- and long-term financial strategic plans by providing your financial accounting expertise to the decision-making and reporting process
• Provide consultation, financial assistance and support to senior executives and department managers on the accounting and budget process
• Participate as a member of your client groups management team in policy development and business planning, and work closely with other divisional managers to collaborate on planning, program development, or operational activities
• Through analysis and input from peers and operating management, assess the usefulness and effectiveness of financial processes
• Manage departmental financial resources including planning, developing, and administering annual operating budget, monitoring ongoing financial reporting, investigating variances, and taking necessary corrective action

Is this a good fit for you?Were looking for someone who can:

• Build and maintain effective relationships using strong communication skills with client groups with diverse backgrounds and levels of financial literacy
• Facilitate and encourage cooperation between diverse operational groups and skills sets, while utilizing your creative problem-solving skills
• Implement quality initiatives for improvement, by using knowledge of the changing environment, and by identifying potential challenges and opportunities
• Create a climate that encourages and supports the development and success of individuals on your team, enabling them to contribute to the team and reach their maximum potential
• Effectively present complex and highly technical financial topics and concepts to a variety of audiences
• Be flexible to work extra hours as required for quarterly reporting deadlines, budget planning, and audit committee meetings

Your background and experience

• A professional accounting designation (CPA) and/or a masters degree in business administration
• A minimum of 10 years of related experience which includes at least five years of experience in a financial management role in a complex corporate environment
• A minimum of five years of experience supervising staff
• Knowledge and experience with financial systems (PeopleSoft) and asset

Well consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.Important to knowBefore we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check.
• Confirm youre legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBCs COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the Policy) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.Who we areAt WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. Were honored to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.Whats it like to work at WorkSafeBC?Its challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.Learn more: Discover .Our benefitsAs a member of our team, youll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
• Optional leave arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out .Salary: $128,144 - $150,758/annuallyWant to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email when you submit your application.

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