Manager, Accounting and Reporting

BC Assessment is currently looking for a permanent Manager, Accounting and Reporting to join our Finance Division in our Victoria office.

We acknowledge that BC Assessment’s Victoria office is located on the traditional territories of the Songhees Nation of the Coast Salish People. We are honoured to be able to live, work and play on this land.

• Location: Victoria, BC

• Hybrid Work: Minimum 3 days per week in office 

• Competition Close Date:  Thursday, October 1st @ 11:59PM

• Compensation: $122,225 - $149,386

*The salary range provided is based on our current Management salary structure. The successful candidate's placement will consider qualifications, experience, market norms, and internal equity. The typical recruitment range spans from the minimum to the mid-range, with the potential to advance to the maximum through performance-based increases.

Who we are

As a Provincial Crown Corporation, our enduring purpose is to support communities through independent excellence in property assessments. Our people are the key to our success - they drive our business, bring our values to life and help build communities.  We value BC and also, truly value our people.

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Who you are

You are an experienced finance professional and CPA who combines strong financial stewardship with operational excellence and continuous improvement. You possess extensive knowledge of corporate accounting, financial statement preparation, accounting standards and practices, internal controls, audit, and financial systems, along with the ability to lead people and navigate complex financial and operational issues.

You thrive in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment where accuracy, sound judgment, and strong relationships are essential. You enjoy partnering with leaders and colleagues across the organization to provide trusted accounting advice, translate complex accounting and financial information into meaningful insights, and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, streamline processes, and improve financial operations.

You are comfortable working with complex financial and ERP systems and naturally seek opportunities to improve processes through automation, system enhancements, and more efficient ways of working. You bring strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and business-partnering skills, and can build effective relationships with a range of internal and external partners, including auditors and other stakeholders. You work collaboratively with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting to ensure integrated, accurate, and timely financial operations and reporting across the Financial Operations team.

What you’ll get to do

Reporting to the Director, Financial Operations, the Manager, Accounting and Reporting works collaboratively with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting within the Financial Operations team and provides leadership and specialized expertise in corporate accounting, general ledger and accounts payable, asset accounting, payroll and benefits accounting, expense administration, financial systems, financial statement preparation, accounting standards and practices, audit, and related internal controls.

This role leads the organization’s core accounting, financial statement preparation, and audit activities and ensures complete and accurate accounting records and financial statements in accordance with accounting standards, applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The role partners closely with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting, who leads revenue and accounts receivable, treasury and cash management, banking and investments, and payroll and benefits financial reporting.

Other responsibilities include:

• Manages BCA’s core accounting operations and services, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, asset accounting and management, reconciliations, payroll and benefits accounting, expense claims, financial systems, and related accounting and administrative services

• Leads core accounting close activities for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end, including general ledger integrity, reconciliations, accruals, accounting entries, and financial statement preparation, working collaboratively with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting on integrated close timelines and reporting requirements

• Leads the preparation of financial statements and supporting accounting schedules, including analysis and resolution of accounting matters and variances, and provides accounting insights to leaders and staff across the organization

• Leads the analysis and preparation of financial statement information and supporting schedules required for external audit and other accounting or statutory requirements, and provides accounting expertise and support for Executive Committee, Board, regulatory, and organizational reporting within the Financial Operations team

• Coordinates and leads financial and operational audit activities, including planning, organizing, and scheduling requirements for external auditors, internal auditors, and other third parties, and supports the resolution of audit findings

• Provides accounting expertise, advice, and guidance to Executive, managers, and staff on accounting standards and practices, accounting policies and procedures, internal controls, and complex accounting and financial matters

• Leads the development, maintenance, and implementation of accounting policies, practices, procedures, and internal controls within the Accounting and Reporting portfolio to safeguard corporate assets and support effective financial governance, coordinating with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting on controls that span both portfolios

• Supports the planning, development, and implementation of the annual workplan for the Financial Operations team and leads delivery of priorities within the Accounting and Reporting portfolio, coordinating resources and dependencies with the Manager, Treasury and Reporting

• Leads continuous improvement initiatives within the Accounting and Reporting portfolio, identifying opportunities to strengthen controls, improve customer service, streamline accounting processes, increase productivity, and leverage automation and system enhancements

• Leads, develops, and empowers employees and contractors within the area of responsibility, fostering an engaged, high-performing team by supporting employee development, performance, and accountability

• Undertakes special projects and ad-hoc accounting analyses related to the portfolio, as required

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

What you bring to the team

Education

• A university degree in business, finance, management or equivalent.

• A CPA designation and current membership in good standing with the CPA association. 

Experience
Seven years' experience including:

• Demonstrated progressive levels of accounting, financial reporting, and operational responsibility;

• Experience providing direction and leadership in managing accounting and financial operations teams;

• Experience with complex financial and ERP systems and financial reporting tools in a mid- to large-sized organization;

• Experience with financial statement preparation, accounting standards, internal controls, and external audit;

• Experience in public sector accounting and a unionized environment is preferred

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Why you’ll love it here

We are proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers! We offer competitive benefits for our employees:

• Work-life balance – 35-hour work weeks, hybrid work options and flexible work schedules.

• Public Service Pension Plan – one of the best in Canada, allowing you to plan for your future.

• Health and Wellness - generous extended health and dental benefits through Pacific Blue Cross and an Employee Assistance Program to help support our employees overall well-being.

• Career development – we want you to grow and learn with us! We provide ongoing learning, leadership development and career development scholarship program.

• Location – Our office is located in Saanich, BC at Uptown which overlooks several shops and coffee shops and is walking distance to the Galloping Goose trail network. Our office also has secure bike storage and secure change rooms with lockers.

At BC Assessment, we believe that a strong and healthy culture creates an environment for our people to thrive, and that it delivers value and performance to the people of British ​Columbia. Our values include:​ ​​

• ​We are here for each other

• We own our experience

• We are one team

• We are dedicated learners​

Our commitment to you

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to everyone and not limited to those with any abilities or disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or an accommodation, please contact us.

We acknowledge that many people have fluctuating access needs and that submitting job applications can be difficult. If there is anything in this job posting that is confusing or unclear, please let us know. We are happy to provide alternate forms to submit your application or respond to other access needs.
One of BC Assessment's core values is that we are here for each other. We build relationships based on genuine support and care. We respect each other as individuals with different identities, experiences and views.​ We are committed to recruiting, developing, and supporting the success of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from anyone, including Indigenous Peoples, Black People, Members of Racialized Groups/Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and People with Diverse Sexual Orientations and Gender Identities or Expressions.
What else you should know

• Please complete the full application for this position, including your education, certifications and experience that are relevant to and/or required per the stated qualifications.  If you are an internal employee, please ensure that your employee profile contains your relevant education and experience (including attachments).

• Upload your resume and cover letter; once you submit your application, you will not be able to add documents.

• If a questionnaire is present, please complete it fully.  Responses may be used to shortlist candidates against the stated job requirements. 

• All BC Assessment employees must live in British Columbia. If you do not currently reside in, or live within commuting distance of the location(s) of the position to which you are applying, please make clear your relocation intentions as part of your cover letter.

What’s next

• Interviews are scheduled for the week of October 13th

• An eligibility list for future vacancies may be established

• Offers of employment are conditional upon a satisfactory background check, two satisfactory reference checks and proof of qualifications and/or supporting documentation (e.g. copies of certificates, diplomas, degrees, driver’s license).