Financial Systems Analyst - Regular Full-Time

at  District of Squamish

The District of Squamish is located in the unceded traditional territory of the Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish
Nation). We offer gratitude to the Skwxwú7mesh People who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Business Applications Manager, the Financial Systems Analyst has a solid background and
knowledge of accounting principles, is analytical, solution-focused, technically strong, a great communicator and team
player. The incumbent will actively participate in planning, organizing, configuring, testing, implementing and supporting
the ERP, and related financial software solutions. This position guides the design and improvement of business processes,
ensures the integrity of data conversions, and tests that system requirements support effective and efficient financial
operations and reporting. This position requires a high level of technical and financial expertise and plays a critical role in
delivering change in a dynamic and rapidly growing organization.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

• Contributes to the success of our team and creation of our thriving community, by fostering the District of Squamish

corporate values: Respect, Integrity, Connection and Progress.

• Leads business process design to ensure efficiency in operations and strong internal controls, overseeing system

design requirements, as approved by management are delivered and functioning as intended;

• Performs complex analysis, modelling, reporting and data management of financial systems; Performs and

coordinates systems testing to support product growth and continual service improvement;

• Oversees and/or is directly involved in reconciliation of all financially related data conversions;
• Develops report requirements for management approval and tests for accuracy of results and effectiveness for end

users;

• Conveys emerging change management considerations and ensures that financial staff and management are

apprised of project implementation development and status, seeking input as appropriate;

• Oversees systems configuration, documentation and management of issues;
• Participates in the development of training plans and materials and provides training for end users of the systems;
• Oversees on-going maintenance and testing for system updates, provides on-going support to end users and further

systems development and improvements post-implementation; and

• Acts as project manager regarding the implementation of financial process and system changes; liaise with

departments to ensure proper data management in financial systems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge and understanding of BC Municipal legislation and best practices; and
• Experience in financial plan development particularly for a BC Municipality with a solid understanding of all facets of

financial management for a BC local government organization.

• Thorough understanding of financial internal controls, system security, and privacy laws;
• Experience with BC Municipal reporting requirements with expertise in fund-accounting, reporting financial results

in compliance with Public Sector Accounting Standards, as well as, Community Charter requirements for financial

plan reporting;

• Training and experience in change management and business process redevelopment;
• Comfortable in leading training sessions within a classroom or remote setting;
• Possesses technical skills required to maintain and update Financial systems, including:

o Microsoft SQL database administration
o Microsoft SQL query development and maintenance
o Developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting interfaces between systems using a variety of tools including

REQUIRED TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 or equivalent