Financial Analyst

Job summary

Plan, coordinate, and administer the City of Nanaimo’s budgetary systems and related documentation. Collaborate with City staff to gather information, encourage cooperation, and help solve problems in completing the financial planning model.

Job details

Organization City of Nanaimo Region British Columbia Application Deadline December 31, 2026 before 16:30 Type Full-time Category Financial administration Twitter Facebook Linkedin Send Save Print Description Click here to view full screen Description The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Financial Analyst. Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning, the Financial Analyst is responsible for planning, coordinating, and administering the budgetary systems and documentation for the City of Nanaimo. The Financial Analyst will work closely with City staff at various levels, seeking and soliciting co-operation and information, and participate in problem solving efforts to complete the financial planning model. Requirements Applicants must have a minimum 4 years’ experience in a variety of complex accounting practices in a computerized environment as well as completion of a recognized British Columbia Professional Accounting Designation (CPA). Salary & Benefits This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 35-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement. The hourly wage is $57.96, increasing to $61.01 after 60 working days (Jan 2026 Rates). Contact Email: employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca Other Relevant Information Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials. To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 26-38. For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at www.nanaimo.ca. The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs. From the same organization Municipal Services Inspector - City of Nanaimo 15 Oct, 2026 Procurement Specialist - City of Nanaimo 28 Oct, 2026 Human Resources Advisor - City of Nanaimo 31 Dec, 2026 MORE

What you’ll do

Plan, coordinate, and administer the City of Nanaimo’s budgetary systems and related documentation. Collaborate with City staff to gather information, encourage cooperation, and help solve problems in completing the financial planning model.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least four years of experience in varied, complex accounting practices in a computerized environment. Completion of a recognized British Columbia Professional Accounting Designation (CPA) is also required.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial planning · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial Planning
• Budget Administration
• Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Budgetary Systems
• Financial Planning Models
• Problem Solving
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Computerized Accounting

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Data & Analytics