21 Aug
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City of Kelowna
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British Columbia
21 Aug
City of Kelowna
British Columbia
Posting Information
Posting Number CK54235P
Position Title Financial Analyst (20 month term)
No. of Staff Required 1
Position Groups
CUPE Civic
Division
Corporate Services (DV124)
Department
Department Name
Branch
Accounting Operations (BR127)
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our Accounting Operations team as a Financial Analyst for a 20-month term. Supporting Corporate Finance and City business units, you will provide financial analysis, reporting, and advisory services focused on accounts payable, payroll, and general accounting. You will oversee reconciliations, resolve accounting and payment issues, strengthen internal controls, and support improvements to financial systems and processes. Using your leadership, communication, and analytical skills, you may also coordinate the work of finance staff, manage projects, enhance financial reporting and accounting systems, and support internal audits. A Financial Analyst implements, approves, analyzes and improves financial reporting and accounting systems. Coordinates the work of other financial services staff.
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 municipal operations.
Develops, reviews and approves financial transactions and reports.
Develops, monitors and audits special projects and agreements.
Researches and assists with policy development.
Prepares and delivers presentations.
Drafts and prepares Council Reports.
Results and Activities - Non Union
Option 1
Chartered Qualified 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
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Responsibility/Accountability
People Management
Computer Literacy
Attention to Detail
Posting Text
Physical Demands
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate
Pay Rate Starts at $52.69 per hour with 2-step progression to $55.95 per hour plus 14% in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits
Posting Date
Posting Date 08/19/2026
Closing Date
Closing Date 08/25/2026
Days of Work
Days of Work Monday to Friday
Standard Hours per Day
7
Hours of Work
8am to 4pm
Work Location
CITY HALL
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Education / Certificates
Optional Documents
Other Document 1
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have your CPA (or equivalent) designation?
Yes
No
In progress
* What is the highest level of education that you have completed related to this position?
High school graduation
Some related post-secondary courses
Post-secondary certificate (1 year full time studies)
Diploma (2 years full time studies)
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or other higher level post-graduate program
Other
* How many CPA PREP courses (or equivalent) have you completed and are still current?
Less than 3 CPA PREP courses
3 CPA PREP courses (1 in accounting or finance)
4 CPA PREP courses (2 in accounting or finance)
5 CPA PREP courses (3 in accounting or finance)
6 CPA PREP courses (3 in accounting or finance)
7 to 9 CPA PREP courses (3 in accounting or finance)
10 to 12 CPA PREP courses (6 in accounting or finance)
More than 12 CPA PREP courses
Completed the CPA PREP program (or equivalent)
In the CPA PEP program
Have CPA (or equivalent) designation
* How many years of progressively responsible accounting experience do you have?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
2 to 4 years
4 to 6 years
More than 6 years
* What level of working knowledge do you have of Accounting Standards?
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Expert
* What level of proficiency do you have using Unit4 Business World (formerly Agresso)?
No experience
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Expert
* How many years of Payroll-related experience do you have?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
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📌 Financial Analyst (20 month term) (British Columbia)
🏢 City of Kelowna
📍 British Columbia