Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

CK53754P

Position Title

Financial Analyst

No. of Staff Required

1

Position Type

FT

If Term position, enter length of Term in months

N/A

Position Groups

CUPE Civic

Division

Corporate Services (DV124)

Department

Business Performance & Advisory Services (DP125)

Department Name

Branch

Corporate Assurance (BR298)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in internal audit? Do you have a passion for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of public services? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values innovation and collaboration? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our Business Performance & Advisory Services Team.

As a Financial Analyst in our team, you will be responsible for conducting Value for Money (Performance) audits of various City of Kelowna programs and services. You will apply your analytical and research skills to assess the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of the City’s operations and provide recommendations for improvement. You will also communicate your findings and insights in clear and concise reports and presentations.

At the City of Kelowna, our team of Financial Analysts implement, approve, analyze and improve financial reporting and accounting systems. Coordinate the work of other financial services staff.

This position is located in our Corporate Assurance branch of Financial Services.

Duties - Union

• Critically analyzes data, interprets information, legislation and policy, and provides recommendations

• Prepares complex spreadsheets for financial accounting functions

• Liaises with other department staff and external organizations in support of municipaloperations

• Develops, reviews and approves financial transactions and reports

• Develops, monitors and audits special projects and agreements

• Researches and assists with policy development

• Coaches financial services staff

• Prepares and delivers presentations

• Drafts and prepares Council Reports.

Results and Activities - Non union

Credentials - Union

Option 1

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation
• 2 years of experience at the Accountant level or higher

Option 2

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• 5 years of experience at the Accountant level or higher

Relevant experience in internal or external audit is an asset

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Competencies

• Responsibility/Accountability
• People Management
• Computer Literacy
• Attention to Detail

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Special Instructions to Applicant

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority, applications must be received by 4:00pm on June 17.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.

Additional Hiring Information

This position is in the Corporate Assurance branch of Financial Services

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

Starts at $52.69 per hour with 2-step progression to $55.95 per hour

Posting Date

06/11/2025

Closing Date

07/02/2025

Days of Work

Monday to Friday

Standard Hours per Day

7

Hours of Work

8 am to 4 pm

Work Location

CITY HALL

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document 1

• Other Document 2

• Other Document 3

• Other Document 4