Position Summary
The Financial Analyst / Cost Accountant supports financial planning, budgeting, and cost control functions for consulting clients, as well as internal cost accounting services for a medium-sized construction firm. This role contributes to financial forecasting, project performance monitoring, and cost discipline in construction, and provides financial accounting advisory services to consulting firm clients, primarily First Nations in British Columbia. This position is based in Port Hardy and supports the work of K'awat'si Consulting and Management Services in delivering financial and advisory services to Indigenous communities.
Location: Port Hardy is a small coastal community located at the northern end of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. It serves as a regional hub for transportation, fishing, tourism, and services for surrounding communities, including many First Nations. Known for its proximity to rich natural landscapes, Port Hardy offers access to outdoor activities such as fishing, wildlife viewing, and marine exploration. The area has strong ties to Indigenous cultures and plays an important role in supporting economic development and community services in the North Island region.
What We Offer:
- 1 month of covered accommodations in a hotel room for individuals relocating from outside of Northern Vancouver Island
- Relocation assistance
- Enrollment in company benefits plan after 3 months of employment
- Career growth and educational development opportunities
- Company events and holiday parties
- Wellness incentives including discounted gym membership, and access to free in-person counselling services.
- 3 weeks of vacation
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Develop and maintain annual budgets and multi-year financial plans for client First Nations;
- Prepare periodic forecasts, variance analysis, and financial reports for client entities and project funders;
- Support scenario modelling and strategic financial planning;
2. Project Cost Accounting & Controls
- Support job costing, WIP tracking, and cost control systems;
- Provide capital project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and reporting;
- Monitor cost performance and identify variances and risks;
- Assist with project cash flow forecasting;
3. Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports;
- Provide financial reporting for funding agreements and capital programs;
- Assist with audit preparation and documentation;
4. Stakeholder & Indigenous Engagement Support
- Support financial reporting to Indigenous partners and leadership;
- Contribute to briefing materials and decision documents;
- Work within Indigenous ways of knowing and doing in governance contexts;
5. Systems & Process Improvement
- Develop financial models and reporting tools for project costing and capital project governance;
- Improve budgeting and cost tracking processes;
- Support ERP/accounting system enhancements;
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Designation
- CPA designation or active CPA candidate;
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Environmental Science, or other related field;
Experience
- 2–5 years in financial analysis or accounting;
- Experience in construction or capital project environments preferred;
- Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking;
Technical Skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills;
- Advanced Excel skills;
- Experience with Procore strongly preferred;
- Basic knowledge of ASPE and/or PSAS;
Knowledge & Competencies
- Understanding of Canadian Construction Association Handbook methodologies;
- Knowledge of capital project lifecycles;
- Awareness of Indigenous governance in BC;
- Strong analytical and communication skills;
