Training Investment Analyst (Permanent, Full-time)Job DescriptionJoin SkilledTradesBC and be part of a highly engaged organization that is named one of BC’s Top Employers and certified Great Place to Work!ABOUT THE POSITIONWe are currently looking for one (1) Training Investment Analyst for a permanent, full-time role.The Training Investment Analyst is responsible for coordinating the annual training plan process, training investment budget, training plan analysis, and system reporting for public post-secondary institutes and non-public training providers and guiding SkilledTradesBC funding decisions related to the delivery of trades training. The Analyst works closely with the Trades Inclusion & Access Departments to ensure timely tracking of payments for community-based programs, and with the Finance team in all areas of funding/training investment processing and forecasting. They also work with Strategy & Performance Team in the use of SkilledTradesBC data to support training investment decisions and program design discussions.RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIESFUNDING & PROGRAM MANAGEMENTGeneral:Overall full-cycletraining plan and funding processAnalyze training plans for each training provider to understand the programs, seats & intakes requested, and the cost per seat to SkilledTradesBC, in accordance with SkilledTradesBC’s funding frameworkReview, analyze and monitor training plan submissions and ongoing delivery by all funded training providers against projected system demand to ensure SkilledTradesBC’s investment in training delivery is fully utilizedSupport training providers with current and historical funding and training information to support planning where neededTrack and participate in the review of additional funding requests to meet training demand or support new delivery models/approaches aligned with SkilledTradesBC’s mandateAssess and report on public and non-public training provider performance using metrics defined by the system’s performance management framework and funding agreementsReview and report on historical trends, future demand data, regional issues, training strategies and industry inputPrepare ad hoc reports related to training investment for government, program and strategy changes, special projects, industry, training providers, and other stakeholders and assist with other data analysis duties as necessaryProvide analysis to support the review of current funding agreements and models, and potential development or update of SkilledTradesBC’s funding frameworkProactively participate in calls,



meetings and campus visits with public and non-public training providers to help find new approaches and solutions to funding and programming issues, and to develop and maintain strategic relationships with training partnersWork with external data partners and trades administrators (e.G. STTC) in the continued improvement of trades training data and the training plan processProactively inform or flag leadership of any significant trends and issues affecting demand and supply for trades training seatsPublic Training Providers:Conduct reconciliation processes comparing planned versus actual training delivery throughout the current fiscal year, and provide analysis and recommendations to allow for the adjustment of funding payments to training providers as appropriateProvide financial information to generate monthly payments to training providersNon-public Training Providers:Lead or support the processing of training provider invoices in alignment with approved training plans, including the confirmation of student eligibility for paymentProvide financial information to generate and/or update Master Services AgreementsPROJECT MANAGEMENT & SUPPORTProject Management:Lead Training Investment projects directly related to funding and training investment, managing scope, time and deliverables throughout the processUse SkilledTradesBC-approved PM methodology, tools and documents to help ensure project success, and to provide visibility and updates to project team members, MLT/SLT/ELT as appropriateLiaise and collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure that deliverables are met within the project scheduleFocus and lead projects that introduce new and improved reporting approaches to organize, analyze and visualize funding information that is timely, intuitive and accessible to end-users and leadershipProject & Program Support:Conduct analysis and provide expertise and input to project teams regarding training investment,



and impacts to training providers or SkilledTradesBC resulting from project or programming decisionsSupport the assessment of funding needs to ensure that end results address identified problemsConduct data analysis and provide departmental insight on impacts of adopting and implementing various training delivery funding optionsSupport the design of reports/dashboards for relevant stakeholdersDEPARTMENT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTProvide guidance and input to the department’s annual budget submissionReview monthly spending to ensure costs are accurately captured and reported as they occurUpdate annual spending forecasts; communicate changes with Finance department to ensure accurate budget projectionsActively participate in periodic audit and forecasting activities by preparing reports on training plan budgets and spend as well as forecasting funding overages/shortages to identify areas requiring more/fewer resources throughout the yearSupport Finance Department’s year-end processes by estimating possible unreported outstanding costs and ensuring early reconciliation of training provider paymentsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCEPost-secondary degree in Business or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is requiredA Certified Business Analyst or Accounting Designation is preferredProven accounting experience with a robust understanding of financial concepts including accruals and forecasting3 years’ experience in a detailed and complex business or financial analysis roleAbility to work with large amounts of data and conduct financial analysis to create reports and summaries that effectively communicate informationExcellent organizational and project management skills, with ability to lead multiple tasks with competing prioritiesExperience working within the trades training system and/or the public post-secondary education system would be an assetPrevious experience within public sector, public education or trades training environment is preferredAdvanced proficiency in Excel, with data analysis skillsKeen attention to detailCOMPENSATIONSalary Band D:$72,898 - $98,628SkilledTradesBC offers a highly competitive benefits package and perks which include:Hybrid work schedule, flex days, and a 37.50-hour work weekEligible for pension contributionsLifestyle Spending AccountExtensive Extended Health and Dental Plans that are 100% employer paidEEO STATEMENTAt SkilledTradesBC, we are committed to diversity and inclusion to ensure that everyone can be their best, authentic self at work. We strive to remove barriers that affect marginalized communities in our recruitment processes. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Financial Analyst (Permanent, Full-Time) - C$72,898 - C$98,628 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 SkilledTradesBC
📍 Winnipeg