job opportunity

Would you like to be part of a dynamic, fast paced, award winning local government organization?  A team that prides itself on providing cost effective local government services for local residents?  Do you have the right attitude, qualifications and superior people skills for the job?  If so, the City of Langford invites you to apply to be our Financial Analyst!

As a Financial Analyst, you will support City departments with budgeting, long-term financial planning, and projects that require financial analysis and input. In this position, you will have an opportunity to analyze and interpret financial information to prepare reports and provide advice to various municipal departments. You will conduct special projects related to a variety of municipal processes, including assisting with the administration of the City’s Development Cost Charge (DCC) programs. This position also performs general accounting functions including planning, coordinating, and administering the budgetary systems and documentation, and conducting analysis of accounts.

As our ideal candidate, you will have strong research skills, and you enjoy a good hunt for information! Other qualifications for this position include:

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Commerce or related field or Diploma in Local Government Administration or equivalent, and four (4) years’ experience in a senior accounting or financial analyst position, preferably in a local government setting
• CPA designation (or actively pursuing) is considered an asset
• Working knowledge of financial accounting, planning, budgeting, cost allocation and accounting principles and practices
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office products particularly word and Excel with experience working with financial database software and electronic cash receipting systems
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with all stakeholders in a professional manner, without compromising internal controls
• Ability to interpret, analyze, convey complex financial information, concepts, rules and standards
• A team player with a strong work ethic
• A sense of humour, with the ability to take your work seriously but not yourself

The salary range offered for this full-time position is $42.88 to $50.45 per hour (2024 rates) plus an excellent benefits package including one of Canada’s top pension plans, and a 35-hour modified work week with flex days. For full details on responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the attached job description.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by email to (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Applications will be accepted until noon on October 24, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description