Budget Analyst - Office Support D
Budget Analyst - Office Support D
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Job Description
THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
This position is 100% in-person at the VSB Education Centre (1580 West Broadway)
THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)
With deep gratitude and respect we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of thex mk y m (Musqueam) S wxw7mesh xwumixw (Squamish Nation) and slilwta (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).
At the VSB we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large urban school district the VSB is one of Canadas most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.
Throughout the District more than 7700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students needs applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. The VSBs culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them their families and the broader community. For more information about our school district visit .
Responsibilities:
- Provides technical and resource support to the Finance Department
- Works directly with budget holders reviews and monitors expenditure against budget analyses and investigates variances determines and initiatives corrective action when necessary and makes appropriate recommendations to management
- Develops and maintains budget monitoring systems procedures and budget data integrity
- Facilitates meetings with budget holders and leads budget presentations
- Formulates projections and ad-hoc analysis based on a wide variety of data sources and inputs provides future-oriented information that informs management decisions making
- Coordinates and prepares budget submissions to the Province with operational input from a wide range of budget holders
- Supports program managers in developing financial acumen and an understanding of organizations accounting and budgeting policies and procedures
- Prepares recommended journal adjustments for budget and accounting entries
- Analyzes processes and systems and develops and designs improvements
- Provides information to and interacts with external auditors
- Perform other duties within the band as required
Qualifications:
- Completion of Grade 12 plus a degree in any of the following areas: Accounting Business Finance or any related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience
- A valid CPA designation or a Masters degree in related field preferred
- Thorough knowledge and experience with Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) is considered an asset
- Experience working in supporting the budget process within publicly funded organization is considered and asset
- Candidates must possess proven ability to: establish priorities and meet tight and possibly conflicting deadlines
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment apply good judgement and problem solve
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong analytical skills and Excel skills
- Experience with PeopleSoft Financials (or another tier 1 Enterprise Resource Planning software) preferred
- Candidate must be able to meetthe following assessments: Excel (70%) and the applicable Accounting assessment
Your application MUST include:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Three (3) Professional References including names email addresses and phone numbers of your last direct supervisors/managers
- A copy of your Work Permit or PR Card (if you are not a Canadian Citizen)
COMPENSATION
The salary for this position is $84393 plus a comprehensive benefits package including Municipal Pension Plan Vancouver Employee Savings Plan Extended Health Dental Group Life Long Term Disability Vacation & Gratuity Days.
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position apply via MAKE A FUTURE. Include a cover letter resume and references.
- Create a profile onMake a Future .
- Click Apply Now under support positions.
- Upload all supporting documents.
- Answer all job posting questions.
- Once your application has been submitted you will receive a confirmation email.
This posting is ongoing until filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as applicants who are fully qualified will be considered for this shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Additional Information:
As a public body the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) in accordance with section 26c of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) RSBC 1996 c.165 as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications experience and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided conduct reference checks and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information please email .
The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code. Under this special program the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore each applicant may wish to provide on a voluntary basis information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
