Senior Analyst/Associate, Financial Reporting
BCI
Victoria, BC
Full-Time
$295
RemoteSenior
About Us:
With $295.0 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2025, British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is the provider of investment management services for British Columbia’s public sector and one of the largest asset managers in Canada. BCI seeks investment opportunities around the world and across a range of asset classes that convert savings into productive capital. Our investment returns play a significant role in helping our institutional clients build a financially secure future for their beneficiaries.
Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, and with teams spanning Vancouver, New York, London, and Mumbai.
BCI integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions to meet clients' risk and return requirements. Our people shape employee-focused initiatives, creating a strong culture. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our BCI Values in Actionpage.
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Join BCI's Financial Reporting & Valuations team as a Senior Analyst or Associate in Victoria, British Columbia, supporting the continued evolution of financial reporting at a time of increasing complexity and scale. This is a newly created role driven by the team's expanding scope including the integration of certain ESG reporting into BCI's financial reporting processes.You'llwork across complex investment structures, contribute to system enhancements and modern reporting approaches, and helpmaintainstrong audit and governance standards.
The role suits someone who pairs deep IFRS technical knowledge and accounting precision with a drive to reshape reporting through data, automation, and AI.You'llcollaborate cross-functionally and have real influence over how BCI builds more efficient, forward-looking reporting practices. Public practice experience is considered an asset.
This position will be filled at the Senior Analyst or Associate level based on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.
The Finance department is part of BCI Operations and supports investment and corporate accounting, valuations, financial statements, and financial reporting to our clients. The team also leads budgeting, tax, procurement, finance operations, and investment performance and analytics.
Financial Reporting & Valuations is made up of two teams, Financial Reporting and Valuations who combined are responsible for the daily price verification for Fixed Income and Public Equity securities as well as the quarterly and year-end valuation processes for BCI’s private market investment portfolio, including Private Equity, Infrastructure & Renewable Resources, and Private Credit. The branch also resolves IFRS accounting and valuation issues across all asset classes, prepares annual financial statements for BCI programs, pooled funds, and Combined Funds, and reports and presents financial and valuation information to BCI’s Valuation Committee and Board and Board-related committees.
Professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent
3+ years of relevant accounting experience (4+ years for the Associate level)
Experience in investment/securities accounting
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and attentionto detail skills
Ability to plan workload to meet strict deadlines
Abilityto proactively look for ways to increase efficiencies in how work is performed
Advanced level Excel skills and current experience with an industry standard accounting platform
In depth exposure to IFRS, specifically IFRS 9, Financial Instruments and IFRS 13, Fair Value Measurement
Experience mentoring or supporting the development of team members
Audit experience within an IFRS reporting environment
Experience preparing or reviewing audited financial statements
Experience with Workiva or similar financial reporting tools
Broad understanding of analytical tools and programming languages, including but not limited to Excel VBA,PowerBI, and Python
Experience with designing, building,andtesting AI solutions
This role will be filled at the Senior Analyst or Associate level, depending on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting, you will playan important rolein deliveringtimely, complete, andaccurateinternal and external financial reporting.
At the Senior Analyst level,you will focus on hands‑on preparation of reporting deliverables while working closely with team members and supporting the development of junior staff. You will contribute to continuous improvement byidentifyingopportunities to enhance processes, procedures, and reporting efficiency.
At the Associate level,you willoperatewith broader scope and accountability, acting as a subject matter expert and supporting the Senior Manager in leading financial reporting deliverables. You will drive more complex process improvements, leadinitiativesor projects, and represent the team in cross‑functional work.
At both levels, you will collaborate closely with Investment teams, Risk, Valuations, and Investment Accounting to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
Support thetimely, complete, andaccuratepreparation and review of financial statements, BCI’s portfolio carbon footprint, and other internally and externally reported financial information
Assistwithfacilitatingexternal audit engagements; respond to auditor queries and provide applicable supporting audit evidence
Prepare financial reporting analysisin accordance withIFRS to conclude on accounting issues for new investments and structures
Research new accounting standardsimpactingfinancial instruments and make recommendations on accounting policy changes
Communicate with investment teams, external auditors, and other departments to resolve financial reporting and related issues
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of clients, asset classes, and the end-to-end finance function, including investmentobjectives, reporting requirements, instruments, structures, and supporting technologies
Develop,maintain, and continuously improve financial solutions and processes aligned to client and asset class objectives
Transform financial information into value-added business intelligence and reports through comprehensive quantitative and qualitative analysis
Identifyand address risks; ensure all reporting and processes meet the audit and internal control framework and adhere to compliance and risk management best practices
Provide training andassistanceto team members asrequired
Assistwith the assessment and documentation of procedures and processes to support effective internal controls over financial reporting
Contribute to the maintenance and optimization of BCI’s financial reporting software, Workiva, including management of associated work papers, table mappings, and queries
Act as financial reporting subject matter expert in working with Business Support Analysts to develop requirements and test solutions within theSimCorpDimension testing and production environments
Provide AI-enabled recommendations;assistin the design, build, and testing of AI solutions
This role will be based in our office in downtown Victoria, BC. Relocation support is available if needed. BCI is an in-person, collaborative organization with the flexibility to work remotely up to one day per week.
The annualized base salary range for the Senior Analyst role is CAD $93,000 to $110,000. For the Associate role, the range is $106,000 to $128,000.
BCI offers a competitive total rewards package, including a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and paid time off. We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we operate and with consideration for internal equity and job structure. The base salary will consider factors such as the individual's skill set, experience, and internal equity. We aim for actual pay to be around the market median for expected performance and the upper quartile for excellent performance. Actual salaries may vary based on experience and expertise.
Next Steps:
To apply online, please submit your resume promptly. Applications will be actively reviewed, and those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome all qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions or is due to expire within 12 months, please inform our recruitment team if shortlisted.
At BCI, we value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. We are performance and client-focused, valuing integrity, and we want to know you if you share these values. We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage everyone to apply. If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, such as alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms, please contact us at hr@bci.ca.
To learn more about working with BCI, including our comprehensive benefits packages, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the recruitment process visit our BCI Careers Page.
BCI does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruitment agencies, executive search firms, or staffing suppliers unless they have an existing contractual agreement with our organization. Our approved vendor relationships are established for particular recruitment requirements and do not extend to general job postings on our website or other platforms. Any candidate information or resumes submitted by suppliers not approved by BCI will be deemed unsolicited and will not be reviewed or considered. BCI will not be liable for any fees, commissions, or charges related to unsolicited candidate submissions or recruitment services.