Budget Analyst - RTS

at  BC Transit

We acknowledge with respect that BC Transit delivers our mission on the ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples across British Columbia, and their historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.
Location: Victoria, BC
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Union: MOVEUP
Monthly Salary Range: MoveUp Group 08, MIN $5,419.00 - MAX $6,497.00 is available through annual general wage/step increases.
Recruitment Range: MIN $5,419 – STEP 3 $6,008.
Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of knowledge, skills, experience and ability of the candidate to meet the key requirements of the job. In exceptional cases, candidates may be hired above the recruitment range, provided agreement is reached with the Union.
Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 11/03/2024

ARE WE RIGHT FOR YOU…

We’re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation.
It’s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we’re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you’d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING…

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, the incumbent performs a variety of functions in support of financial and statistical reports related to annual departmental budgets. Prepares budget, actual and forecast data, budget curving and analysis for budget and forecast variances. Compiles and maintains data using financial software and liaises with various internal departments and external contacts to provide information for the development of multiple budgets and reports. Provides analytical support to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis and to Regional Financial Managers. Prepares monthly JVs and accruals and ensures these reflect the current AOA’s and amendments. Prepares and updates detailed budget forms and gathers relevant information for developing budget models.
To view the full job description for this role please see the attached.

We value lifelong learners and have found the following combination of education and experience allows people to be successful in this role:

• Education in business administration, economics or finance, including courses in accounting, finance, economics, statistics and financial mathematics, along with advanced courses in word-processing, spreadsheet and database software.
• Previous accounting or financial planning experience involving analysis of complex financial information, manipulation of budget and forecast variables, report writing
• Advanced proficiency in the use of spreadsheets and word-processing software, preferably Excel and MS Word including the ability to create and maintain excel macros using Visual Basic Applicatio