Financial Analyst II; Park Board

Organization: Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Requisition : 46529

The Financial Analyst II is an integral member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team and reports to the Associate Director FP&A – Parks & Recreation. The role supports financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision‑making for Parks & Recreation and the Parks Board. Working closely with operational leaders and finance teams, the position provides financial analysis, business case development, performance measurement, and budget management support for annual operating and capital budgets.

Through advanced analytics and actionable insights, the role identifies risks, opportunities, and efficiencies, evaluates funding strategies, and supports informed decision‑making to help Parks & Recreation achieve its strategic objectives while maximizing service delivery and value for money.

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Supports development, implementation, and monitoring of annual operating and capital budgets and multi-year capital plans aligned with City priorities.
• Provides financial advice and analysis to leadership for decision‑making and resource allocation.
• Prepares long-term financial forecasts, quarterly projections, and variance analyses, including market-driven revenues and expenditures.
• Assists in developing funding strategies and financial plans for capital projects, service delivery initiatives, and organizational priorities.
• Works with operational leaders to identify budget pressures, risks, and opportunities and recommends actions.

Modeling and Decision Support

• Develops financial models, business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and scenario forecasts to support strategic initiatives and capital investments.
• Evaluates financial implications of projects, contracts, Council/Board reports, policies, and major decisions.
• Analyzes financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and efficiencies and provides recommendations.
• Partners with business leaders to provide financial insight and decision-support analysis.

Performance Reporting and Business Partnership

• Monitors budget performance and ensures compliance with financial controls, policies, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Partners with Business Units, City Finance, and stakeholders to provide financial advice and support strategic initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities for efficiencies, cost savings, and process improvements to support long-term planning.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, or Finance plus a professional accounting designation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and skill maintenance.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, finance, and administration in a large multi-union organization, preferably public sector.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and integrated financial software.
• Experience in cost accounting, cost distribution modeling, and business process analysis.
• Knowledge of PSAB and public sector accounting standards.
• Experience preparing financial statements, reports, statistics, and complex spreadsheets accurately.
• Experience developing operating and capital budgets and improving business processes.
• Experience writing reports for Council or Board-level audiences.

• Strong understanding of municipal finance, budgeting, and accounting practices.
• Knowledge of public administration and business practices across government and private sector environments.
• Strong computer and enterprise systems knowledge, especially SAP.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams in a…