Financial Analyst

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is located in south-central British Columbia, with dozens rural and urban communities spread across 44,300 square kilometres. The TNRD provides more than 120 local government services to approximately 144,000 people in 10 Electoral Areas, 11 member municipalities, and 25 First Nations.

The TNRD is headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the largest community within the regional district. The Thompson-Nicola region has a vast range of climates that experience true four-season weather, with plenty of year-round sunshine, little rain, and warm summers. Residents generally have short commutes, easy access to recreation and the outdoors, and a high quality of life. The TNRD acknowledges that we are located within the unceded, ancestral lands of the Nlaka’pumux, Secwépemc, St’at’imc, and Syilx Nations.

The Role:

The TNRD is seeking a temporary, full-time Financial Analyst to play a key strategic role in the Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position requires a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to take a collaborative approach in process improvement, combining financial expertise with process management skills to support and enhance our departments, systems, and financial processes. This position works to ensure continuous process improvements are considered and embedded throughout the organization. This position is also responsible for analyzing financial data, identifying opportunities for efficiency, and leading process improvement initiatives across various departments within the organization.

This temporary position will backfill and support the permanent Financial Analyst as the permanent position focuses on implementation of a new ERP system.  The temporary position is anticipated to be an 18-24 month term. 

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Finance
• Professional Accounting designation
• Proven experience in financial analysis, investment analysis, project management, and process improvement, preferably in an corporate setting
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience in a local government environment is preferred

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting practices, and financial modeling techniques.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present insights in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficiency in using financial software and tools, as well as advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of implementing successful process enhancements.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• A valid BC Class 5 Driver's License

In addition, you are passionate about workplace culture and understand how financial sustainability and accountability can be leveraged to achieve broader organizational goals. You are open to the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment, and are seeking to influence and build consensus, while building sustainable leadership skills in others.

This position requires a clear Criminal Record Check and the submission of a driver's abstract.

This is a temporary, full-time non-union position, with a salary of $91,070/yr plus 14% in lieu of vacation, benefits and statutory holidays.

Thank you for considering the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a place to share your talents!

Applications must include a cover letter and resume outlining your qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted until 23:00 PST on the closing date of the competition. While we appreciate the interest of applicants, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.