11 Oct
Port of Vancouver
Metro Vancouver
JOIN US IN CHARTING A COURSE TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Join an organization
that plays a critical role in Canada's economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port
Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world's
most sustainable port.
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of
the Port of Vancouver, Canada's largest and most diversified port. Our mandate
as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the Canada Marine Act, is to enable
Canada's trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly
through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring
the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port. It
also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on
federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead
without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We believe in
creating a workplace that reflects the richness of our community and empowers
all employees to reach their full potential.
This position is
responsible for providing financial analyses and business case development of
complex operating and capital projects and programs, and supporting revenue
structures. The senior financial analyst provides variance analysis to
operating departments and programs, assists in the annual development of VFPA's
5 year financial plan, operating budget and capital plans, and the corporate
balanced scorecards. This position also provides assessment on corporate
capital affordability.
What you do:
- Develop new and update existingfinancial models, and perform NPV/IRR financial analyses of complexprojects, programs and/or fees.Analyse key performance indicators, and provide financial guidanceand inputs to departments as required to drive improvements in businessperformance
- Provide information and analysisto support business case development for the organization's projects andprograms, including consideration of alternative approaches, analysis ofkey risks, and development of mitigations where optimal
- Provide financial analysis tosupport business negotiations including real estate leases, landacquisitions and other commercial arrangements, including collaborationwith external consultants with a focus on ensuring accuracy andreliability of external data model
- Develop VFPA's and subsidiaryrevenue forecasts, capital plans, annual operating budget including thegathering of financial inputs and assumptions. Perform analysis on operating budget andreforecasts. Develop and updatecorporate financial model, analyze corporate capital affordability andprovide input to the 5-year business plan
- Provide accurate, complete, andtimely variance analysis on departmental costs, which can include salariesand benefits and other operating expenses to support department managementin cost control, and assist in the formulation of follow-up action plans,providing commentary as required. Assist management with development ofproject cost estimates and operating and capital reforecasts
- Support the development of VFPA'sannual corporate balanced scorecards, including efficiency metrics andsubsequent progress reporting, and support the development of VFPA'sannual strategic initiatives and interdepartmental initiatives
- Present financial analysis andbusiness case results to Executive Leadership Team, and supportpresentation materials for Audit Committee and Board of Directors meetings
- Lead, coordinate, propose andimplement improvements to work processes for financial planning andanalysis to enable accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness
What you bring:
- Bachelor ofCommerce or Business Administration degree with a concentration in Finance, oranother acceptable field
- Minimum of fouryears' experience in management reporting,
budgeting and financial analysis,including experience with developing business cases and capital plans
- Advanced Excelskills required with demonstrated ability to build and maintain financialmodels
- A CharteredProfessional Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst or other similardesignations are considered assets
- Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills, including theability to liaise effectively and positively
- An aptitude andability for tactful and diplomatic interaction, along with solid analyticalabilities
- Detail orientedand committed to a high level of accuracy
- Highlymotivated and proactive individual with a strong orientation to customerservice coupled with the ability to facilitate information gathering
- Able to workindependently and as a member of the team, with ability to prioritize workloadand to work under pressure
What we offer:
We offer a robust total rewards package including:
- Market-competitive base salaries and variableincentive plan
- Generous and inclusive benefits offeringincluding retirement benefits plan
- Earned time off program
- Paid vacation and personal care leave
- Learning, development, and advancementopportunities
- Onsite gym with towel service in a nationallandmark in the heart of Vancouver's waterfront
- Friendly, unique, and respectful workplace
Location: Vancouver,
Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid
Working environment: Normal office conditions
This is Canadian-based employment,
and it isexpected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada.Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be subject tobackground checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/orreference checks.
At the Vancouver Fraser PortAuthority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective ofthe diversity of our port community. We welcome applications from all qualifiedcandidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, andmembers of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in theselection process and while working with the port authority. If you requiresupport applying to our openings, please contact us [email protected].
We recognize and acknowledge that we are locatedon the traditional territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wxwú7mesh(Squamish), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. To learn more about ourindigenous relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our_ website (https://www.portvancouver.com/community/indigenous-relations/) _._
▶️ Senior Financial Analyst - Financial Planning and Analysis
🖊️ Port of Vancouver
📍 Metro Vancouver