MANAGER, BUDGETING & FORECASTING:

$96,964 - $114,075 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Budgeting and Forecasting, the Manager, Budgeting & Forecasting is responsible for the planning and implementation of the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for BC Housing and Provincial Rental Housing Corporation (PRHC). He/she/they prepares the budget for review by the Senior Manager, oversees the preparation of monthly and multi-year forecasts and related financial reports/analyses, and produces timely financial information to assist the Executive in making sound business decisions. The position assesses the reporting of results against budgets, estimates and forecasts, analyses the impact of variances, determines options, and recommends strategies to improve results. The role is responsible for preparing the Financial Plan for the Service Plan, the Discussion of Results for the Annual Service Plan Report, as well as preparing various reports and analyses for the Board, Executive, and other stakeholders. The position provides general advice and guidance to Commission managers on budget and forecast preparation and management as well as related accounting and financial matters.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION& EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, business administration, finance, public administration, economics, or a related field. 
• Professional accounting designation. 
• Extensive experience in progressively more responsible financial experience in a large complex public or non-profit organization, including considerable experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. 
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of budgeting functions, specifically within the government and non-profit environments. 
• Considerable knowledge of financial, accounting and reporting systems, processes, and controls. 
• Extensive knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis models and frameworks specifically within the government and non-profit environment and substantial aptitude to disseminate this knowledge across the team. 
• Ability to learn and operate mission-critical corporate enterprise applications such as JD Edwards Enterprise 1, the Central Property System (CPS), and WebFOCUS. 
• Ability to learn and understand the Commission’s programs, funding models, operating requirements, relevant legislation, and the role of central agencies. 
• Ability to facilitate the budgeting process and develop budgets and estimates in accordance with Commission and stakeholder requirements. 
• Ability to undertake financial analyses, develop forecasts, analyze complex financial matters, and provide options to improve the Commission’s financial position. 
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in a team setting. 
• Excellent initiative and follow through skills including the ability to work under the direction of, or leading several people, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines with shifting environments. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage relationships and exercise tact, diplomacy, and good judgement when dealing with a broad range of audiences. 
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, and well-developed problem-solving and conceptual thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Access

How to Apply:

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies.  To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position.  This information will be used as part of the selection process.

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

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- Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact to arrange a call.)

Please note that this excluded management position is a new position created by the employer. This created position is subject to the provisions of article 3.2 of the BCGEU Administrative/Clerical Division collective agreement. This article requires the employer and the BCGEU to reach a mutual agreement as to the exclusion status of the position which is currently outstanding. The permanent excluded status of this position remains outstanding and may be established as a BCGEU position.  Pay, benefits, and terms of conditions of employment may be affected by this change.

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