2026-048 Chief Financial Officer

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek; Naughton; Remote; CAD 109,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with 5% match

EFAP program

Health and life insurance coverage

Job summary

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, and reporting for the Nation. You will act as senior financial authority and strategic advisor to the CEO, Gimaa, and Council.

The role requires a CPA or CAFM preferred, a Bachelor’s or College Diploma in accounting or related field, and at least five years of progressive leadership in finance within public sector/First Nation contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA or CAFM designation preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in management and accounting with financial statements and audit preparation.
• Experience in financial administration within a complex public sector/First Nation/government-funded environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure financial sustainability for operations and long-term programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with financial legislation, policies, and funding agreements.
• Review departmental budgets and consolidate the annual organizational budget.

Education

Bachelor’s degree / College Diploma

CPA / CAFM designation

Job description

ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.

Competition Number: 2026-048

Position: Chief Financial Officer

Department: Finance

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $60- $78/HR – 35 Hours per Week

Location: Naughton, ON

Closing Date: Until Filled

POSITION SCOPE:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading and managing the financial operations of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, including financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. The CFO serves as the organization’s senior financial authority and a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer, Gimaa, and Council.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree or a College Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.


• A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) designation is preferred;


• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in management and accounting, including extensive experience with financial statements and audit preparation;


• Experience in financial administration within a complex organizational, public sector, First Nation, or government-funded environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes


• Monitor cash flow and ensure financial sustainability for operations and long-term initiatives


• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders


• Maintain compliance with all applicable financial legislation, policies, and funding agreements


• Review departmental budgets and consolidate the annual organizational budget

We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.

Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.