LEGAL AID BC
POSTING
TO: LABC REGULAR STAFF (cc: BCGEU)
FROM: HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
POSITION: FINANCIAL AND BUDGET ANALYST
ONE REGULAR FULL-TIME POSITION – VANCOUVER
COMPETITION NO: B054-26
DATE POSTED: October 27, 2026
CLOSING DATE: November 17, 2026
STARTING DATE: ASAP
SALARY: Job Class 21 ($77,082 - $ 88,139)
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours/week, Monday to Friday
This position has the option to participate in a modified work week schedule (37.5 hours/week) Monday to Friday, with the extra hours worked as one earned day off taken once every three-week scheduled cycle.
Legal Aid BC is in the early stages of, and committed to a transformative journey to embedding Truth and Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in all aspects of our work. We seek talent from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Metis descent, persons with diverse abilities, gender diverse, racialized, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community be a part of this exciting stage of Legal Aid BC’s growth. We care deeply about the culture we are building and are looking for staff members who not only excel in their respective areas but are also passionate about supporting the people we serve and each other. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. All interested and eligible applicants will be considered with due consideration to all protected grounds under the BC Human Rights Code. If we can do anything to make your application experience a positive and equitable one, we want to hear from you on what we can do better.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Coordinate, support and oversee LABC’s budgeting activities and work with managers to prepare and monitor annual budgets, provide financial analysis, and forecasting to stakeholders to ensure the organizational decisions are in alignment with strategic objectives. This position utilizes modern financial and analytics systems to generate accurate, timely reports, perform complex account reconciliations, and identify financial trends and risks. Provide clear, actionable insights and guidance to managers on financial matters, while ensuring compliance with accounting standards, policies, and internal controls.
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The following job duties are illustrative examples and shall not be construed as an exhaustive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
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VALUES STATEMENT:
Our commitment to the principles of fundamental justice embedded in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and to Truth and Reconciliation, and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is ambitious and foundational. It informs everything we do, as we defend liberty, equality, autonomy, and dignity; as we dismantle colonization, racism, sexism, transphobia and homophobia, and all discrimination. These are our values, and they inform our hiring practices too. Our business is aiding people in severe legal distress and necessitates internal and external alignment of practicing these values. Integrating Truth and Reconciliation and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion throughout every aspect of Legal Aid BC is critical to building that culture, and we prioritize ongoing resources to achieve that goal.
DUTIES:
JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:
- PROVIDE ACCOUNTING, FORECASTING AND BUDGET MANAGEMENT EXPERTISE:
- Collaborate with the organization’s leaders, provide guidance and recommendations to support the development, monitoring and forecasting of operating, projects, capital and tariff budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and compliance with internal policies and external regulations;
- Prepare memos and written explanations to communicate financial performance, including budget variances, trends, and key drivers, to internal and external stakeholders;
- Provide insightful data-driven financial analysis and recommendations and support operational decision-making, resource allocation and long-term planning;
- Provide guidance and recommendations to managers to resolve financial and budgeting matters;
- Utilize business intelligence tools such as Power BI to create dashboards, automate reporting processes, and deliver real-time insights to stakeholders;
- Design and generate automated and ad hoc financial reports to support analysis, variance tracking, and performance evaluation;
- Maintain, evaluate and enhance financial policy and procedures to ensure they are current and aligned with best practices;
- Prepare budgets and financial projections for LABC’s departments, regional centres and projects;
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of financial projections, budgets, and performance by developing and analysing key performance metrics;
- Develop, maintain, and enhance dynamic financial forecasting models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and resource allocation;
- Analyse capital transactions, calculate and record amortization expense, including preparing capital continuity schedules, in alignment with accounting standards and internal policies;
- Act as the principal liaison on budget and financial matters between Financial Planning and Analysis and other departments;
- Review financial information for accuracy, presentation, and completeness, and advise Finance Operations on the required corrections. Complete monthly and quarterly reports and variance including quarterly financial forecasts for submission to the Treasury Board;
- Assist in completion of year end audit requirements by preparing annual audit working papers and supporting documentation;
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline financial processes through technology and automation.
2. DESIGN, IMPLEMENT AND MAINTAIN A CENTRALIZED BUDGET REPORTING SYSTEM:
- Prepare the Budget Management Plan and related documentation for the Ministry of the Attorney General and other organizations;
- Monitor budget status and analyse variances and report findings to managers;
- Support and maintain financial software systems, including general ledger accounts and financial reports, budgeting and forecasting, and fixed assets modules;
- Assist with implementation of regular upgrades, testing and rollout of financial system and upgrades;
- Create and maintain system documentation and records to support financial processes and audit;
3.OTHER DUTIES:
- Prepare financial information for the Annual Service Plan and the three-year Service Plan, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Provide backup to the Finance Operations team as needed;
- Prepare and validate Federal Cost Share Report and assist with the preparation of audited financial statements;
- Provide ad-hoc reporting as necessary;
- Perform other duties assigned to the Financial Planning and Analysis team
QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or related discipline;
- Completion of, or progress toward, a professional accounting program (Chartered Professional Accountant) plus a minimum of three years of relevant experience in accounting, including experience in financial accounting or budget analysis and as outlined in the rated requirement;
- Experience working with an ERP;
- Advanced understanding of data analysis and reporting of financial statements;
- Advanced level in Microsoft Excel;
- Experience using Microsoft Power Query, SQL, and Power BI to extract, transform, and analyze data for financial reporting, analysis and business intelligence purposes;
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, concise memos and reports that explain financial performance and insights to diverse stakeholders;
- OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Rated requirements
- Ability to prepare budgets and financial plans;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal contacts providing advice and assistance on work-related matters;
- Ability to collect, organize, and analyze financial data, with strict adherence to confidentiality protocols, and report on significant financial information;
- Experience with Financial Systems (Sage 500, Microsoft Dynamics 365);
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and processes;
- Ability to work with a high-level of accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail;
- Ability to organize workload, identify urgent tasks and set priorities effectively and efficiently;
- Ability to manage a heavy workload;
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute effectively as part of a team;
- Ability to exercise discretion and handle confidential information appropriately;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word and PowerPoint;
- Knowledge of LABC policies and procedures is an asset;
- Ability to communicate effectively with management and colleagues;
- Ability to collaborate successfully within in multidisciplinary teams;
- Ability to serve as a backup for the Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis, assuming responsibilities as needed
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This competition may require skills testing based on the qualifications for this position such as:
- Microsoft 365 (Office Suite) – Excel
- Written Assessment
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We offer (based on your employment status and affiliation):
- Four weeks paid vacation to start that grows the longer you are with LABC
- An excellent employee benefits package, where premiums are 100% paid by LABC
- A generous defined benefit pension plan
- Support for training and development
- An Employee and Family Assistance program
- The opportunity to participate in various Employee programs (Employee Wellness, etc.)
- Support for a healthy work/life balance
- Generous leave provisions (sick time, special leaves)
- 13 paid statutory holidays
- An opportunity for a flexible hybrid work arrangement for some positions (LABC reserves the right to change this policy at any time)
- Transit friendly employer for eligible staff to have their commute subsidized
- Dog-friendly offices
- Dedicated Cultural Leave provisions for Indigenous employees
- An Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Council, and Indigenous employees Council and Accessibility Committee of employees from equity-seeking groups that advises on ongoing improvements and investments in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at our workplace
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.legalaid.bc.ca
Legal Aid BC is recognized as one of BC’s Top 100 Employers: https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-legal-aid-bc
We would like to thank all external applicants for their interest but regret that only those shortlisted will be contacted.
