Director, Financial Analysis & Government Relations

Director, Financial Analysis & Government Relations

BC HOUSING

Vancouver, BC

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership.  Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is making a difference in people's lives and communities through safe, affordable and quality housing.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Finance, the Director, Financial Analysis & Government Relations is responsible for the Commission’s budgeting and financial reporting functions. This individual will leverage expertise and finance knowledge in the development of strategic reporting to the Commission’s Executive Committee, Board of Commissioners, and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). The position will be responsible for developing strong working relationships with external partners including the Ministry of the Attorney General and Housing’s Financial Services Division and Office of Housing and Construction Standards, as well as Treasury Board staff within the Ministry of Finance. 

The incumbent will be responsible for leading the financial analysis and business case development for the provincial annual budget process, Treasury Board submissions and Cabinet submissions. The position will liaise extensively with the Commission’s core business areas to oversee the preparation of information on housing programs and project initiative plans, provincial reporting and overall compliance with government processes and funding parameters. This individual will support the Executive Director, Finance in providing financial expertise to internal and external partners which includes advising on and facilitating compliance with government funding criteria and all related deadlines.

The ideal candidate will be a proven business partner and trusted advisor and brings progressive leadership experience in the area of financial analysis and government relations support in a complex environment that has multiple business lines and/or programs/services. Experience with reporting, forecasting, financial planning and analysis are key. They will have a proven track record in financial leadership, change management, relationship development, and business acumen. In addition, the Director will have outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities to build effective relationships and synergies across the organization, and with both internal and external stakeholder groups.

If this is the next step in your professional career, please visit our website and submit your application to Maggie Ow and Suchin Pawa at www.pfmsearch.com.

As part of our commitment to maintaining safe and healthy spaces, BC Housing has introduced an interim mandatory vaccination program for all employees. We require proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Individuals who cannot be vaccinated for reasons related to a protected ground under human rights law (such as medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs) may request an accommodation.